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What is the Golden Crescent Regional SART?
The Golden Crescent Regional Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) is a collaborative network of professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive support and justice for adult survivors of sexual assault. This multidisciplinary team works together to ensure that survivors receive compassionate, survivor-centered care and that evidence is collected effectively to facilitate the successful apprehension and prosecution of offenders.
Key Objectives
- Empowering Survivor
Ensuring that survivors receive the care and support they need.
- Promoting Justice
Enhancing the ability to hold offenders accountable through meticulous evidence collection and prosecution.
Formation and Development
Leadership and Funding
Stakeholder Involvement
The law stipulates that each SART must include specific statutory members who provide services within the county. These members are essential for the coordinated response to sexual assault and are selected based on their roles and expertise in the community. The required members include:
Chief Administrator of a Sexual Assault Program
The individual in charge of a sexual assault program operating within the county or their designated representative.
Prosecutor
A prosecutor with jurisdiction over adult sexual assault cases in the county.
Sheriff
The county sheriff or their designated representative.
Chief of Municipal Law Enforcement
The chief of the largest municipal law enforcement agency in the county, if one exists, or their designee.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) or Forensic Examiner
A SANE or forensic examiner who conducts exams within the county. If unavailable, a representative from the largest healthcare provider in the county is appointed.
Mental or Behavioral Health Provider
A mental or behavioral health provider within the county. If unavailable, a representative from the public health department serves in this role.
Additional Necessary Professionals
Other individuals or professionals deemed necessary by the SART for its operation and effectiveness.
Resources for Survivors
Immediate Help
Call 9-1-1
For 24/7 Support Services
4/7 Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence CRISIS HOTLINE:
361-552-HELP(4357) mwalton@theharborvc.org
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline:
(361) 573 HELP (4357) or (800) 870-0368
Texas Association Against Sexual Assault
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Golden Crescent Regional SARTInformation and Referral Line: 361-578-8775
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission 1908 N. Laurent, Suite 600A Victoria, Texas 77901
