FAQ: Filing A Report
I haven’t decided if I want to file a report yet. Can I talk to someone to better understand my options?
Talking to a CARE advocate does not constitute filing an official report with the university.
How do I file a formal report about sexual violence I’ve experienced?
There is also an avenue for anonymous reporting. Please keep in mind that, with anonymous reporting, the ability to conduct an investigation and impose disciplinary sanctions for the accused may be limited, depending on the information that’s given. You can learn more about these options and what to expect in our Reporting section.
If I decide to file a report, will my name and other personal information be kept confidential?
If you decide to file a police report, you can request your name and address remain confidential. If the police report results in criminal charges being filed and a trial, your name and address may be shared with prosecutors or other individuals authorized by law, but your name will not be subject to disclosure in publicly available records.
Because confidentiality issues can be complex, it’s best to speak with a campus CARE advocate if you have additional questions about what happens with your personal information if you report.
If I decide to file a report, will there be an investigation?
Will the university investigation result in disciplinary action for the accused?
UC takes reports of sexual violence very seriously. If you decide to report to the university and if an investigation finds that an individual has violated the Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy or other university policies, the university will follow the appropriate policy to determine what disciplinary action will be taken.