Sexual Violence

Marion, Monongalia County Survivors Of Violence Can Now Seek Justice Remotely

For many survivors, testifying publicly about experiences of violence can be intimidating and overwhelming. A program expansion in West Virginia aims to address that.

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State Grant Aims To Strengthen Service Network For Survivors Of Sexual Violence

A new grant from the West Virginia Division of Administrative Services will fund the hiring of a statewide coordinator for sexual assault nurse examiners, who will support new and aspiring nurse examiners.

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Lawmakers Close Marital Sexual Assault Loophole

Spouses can now be charged with marital sexual abuse against their partners after a bill to close the loophole in the law passed both chambers Friday.

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Senate Moves To Remove Marriage Exemption To Sexual Assault

Marriage would no longer be a defense in cases of sexual assault if a Senate Bill becomes law.

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