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Preparing to Try a Cold Case Sexual Assault

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Preparing to take a cold case sexual assault to trial is a unique endeavor for a prosecutor. Explore the distinct aspects of trying a cold case sexual assault; considerations for case preparation, such as litigating pretrial motions, guarding victim safety and privacy, and working with the media; and the importance of collaborating with your multidisciplinary team.


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Unique Aspects of Prosecuting Cold Case Sexual Assaults

Learn more about cold case prosecution, such as locating witnesses, addressing pre-accusation challenges and presenting the urgency of the case to the jury.
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Responding to Motions to Dismiss under Statute of Limitations or for Pre-accusation Delay

Cold case sexual assaults may have a delay from the date of a crime to the filing of criminal charges. This brief explores pre-accusatorial delay.
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Key Considerations in Preparing a Cold Case Sexual Assault for Trial

This resource addresses key considerations for prosecutors in preparing a cold case sexual assault for trial by recreating the crime for the jury.
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Admitting Evidence of Other Bad Acts in Cold Case Sexual Assaults

Learn about the Evidence Rule to admit evidence of other crimes, wrongs, or acts, and its unique considerations in cold case sexual assaults.
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Successful Prosecution of Cold Case Sexual Assault

Discover best practices in cold case sexual assault prosecutions and promising practices in response to the time-intensified issues of these cases.
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The Prosecutor's Role in Survivor Notification

Prosecutors play an invaluable role in maintaining survivor engagement throughout the investigation and prosecution of a cold case sexual assault.
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Understanding the Supreme Court's Decision in Smith v. Arizona and its Application to Forensic Expert Testimony

This resource brief explains the implications of Smith v. Arizona (2024) and analyzes the considerations for moving a case forward in light of its ruling.
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Understanding the Use of John Doe Arrest Warrants in Prosecuting Cold Case Sexual Assault for Advocates

Explores use of John Doe warrants in cold case sexual assaults. These warrants identify suspects by DNA profile, and toll the statute of limitations.
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Understanding the Use of John Doe Arrest Warrants in Prosecuting Cold Case Sexual Assault for Law Enforcement

Explores use of John Doe warrants in cold case sexual assaults. These warrants identify suspects by DNA profile, and toll the statute of limitations.
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Understanding the Use of John Doe Arrest Warrants in Prosecuting Cold Case Sexual Assault for Prosecutors

Explores use of John Doe warrants in cold case sexual assaults. These warrants identify suspects by DNA profile, and toll the statute of limitations.
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Integrating a Trauma-Informed Response In Violence Against Women and Human Trafficking Prosecutions Virtual Academy: Prosecuting Cold Case Sexual Assaults Virtual Academy: Developing a Victim Notification Protocol

Our Mission

Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative aims to create a coordinated community response that ensures just resolution to sexual assault cases. Through this program, funding is provided to support multidisciplinary community response teams engaged in the comprehensive reform of jurisdictions approaches to sexual assault cases resulting from evidence found in previously unsubmitted sexual assault kits.

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