Regulations Governing Reporting, Classification, and Categorization of Sexual Assault Cases Article 8

The municipal and city/county competent authorities shall comply with the following provisions in handling all of the reported Class 2 cases, as defined in Article 6:1. Category 1:(1) The suspect is a parent, a guardian, or any other actual caregiver or family member: The needs of the victim for safety and placement shall be determined, and evaluations and actions shall be conducted based on the victim's mental and cognitive development and the degree of disability as well as the family support system.(2) The suspect is a person other than those who are listed in the preceding item: Due regard shall be given to the rights and interests of the guardian or legal representative of the victim; the psychosocial needs of the victim shall be evaluated and intervened; the assistance to the victim shall be provided with adaquate and intergrated resources, and the whole course of handling the case shall adhere to the requirements in the Act and other applicable laws and regulations.(3) A visit to the victim is required; however, this provision would not applicable if there were significant difficulties for such a visit to be taken place.(4) An investigation report that contains details of the communication and handling as well as evaluation records shall be filed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.2. Category 2: Due regard shall be given to the juridical rights of the victim, evaluations on his/her psychosocial needs shall be conducted, and relevant protective and supportive measures, such as physical and psychological treatment, counseling, legal aid, and employment services shall be provided.3. Category 3: Relevant communication or inquiry records shall be kept.