Q: What steps should I take to press charges for a sexual assault that occurred last December in Minnesota?
In December last year, I was held down and sexually assaulted. There are eyewitnesses, and the assault is recorded in the high school's file. I have not yet reported the incident to the police or taken any legal action. What steps should I take to press charges and ensure my case is handled appropriately?
A: Individuals don't "press" charges. Charges in cases like this are filed by the county attorney following an investigation by law enforcement. I would be surprised if this matter wasn't already investigated. You indicate in your question that the assault is recorded in the high school's "file." The high school would be a mandatory reporter and would've been legally obligated to report the matter to the police.
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