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Sexual Assault Prevention & Response

DoD SAPR training covering restricted and unrestricted reporting, SARC and victim advocate roles, bystander intervention, definitions, retaliation protections, SAFE exams, and the 72-hour commander notification requirement. Based on DoDI 6495.02.

42 questions and answers — updated 2025/2026
01

What DoD Instruction establishes the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program?

02

What are the two types of reporting options available to a sexual assault victim in the military?

03

What is Restricted Reporting?

04

What is Unrestricted Reporting?

05

What does SARC stand for and what is their role?

06

What is the role of a Victim Advocate (VA) in the SAPR program?

07

Can a victim change from Restricted to Unrestricted Reporting?

08

What is a SAFE exam?

09

Within how many hours of receiving an Unrestricted Report of sexual assault must the commander be notified?

10

What is the DoD definition of sexual assault?

11

What is bystander intervention in the context of SAPR?

12

Who are 'covered persons' under the DoD SAPR program?

13

What is the difference between sexual assault and sexual harassment?

14

What protections exist against retaliation for reporting sexual assault?

15

What is the DoD Safe Helpline?

16

Which of the following persons CANNOT receive a Restricted Report of sexual assault: (a) SARC, (b) Victim Advocate, (c) First Sergeant, (d) Healthcare provider?

17

What is an Expedited Transfer in the SAPR program?

18

What is a Military Protective Order (MPO)?

19

True or False: A victim who was drinking alcohol at the time of the assault may still file a report without fear of punishment for underage drinking.

20

What is the 'catch a serial offender' (CATCH) program?

21

What annual training requirement exists for SAPR?

22

What is the role of the MCIO in sexual assault cases?

23

What is consent in the context of DoD SAPR policy?

24

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to reporting sexual assault: (a) fear of retaliation, (b) availability of restricted reporting, (c) shame or self-blame, (d) distrust of the system?

25

What happens to the forensic evidence kit in a Restricted Report?

26

What is the Special Victims' Counsel (SVC) / Victims' Legal Counsel (VLC)?

27

What obligations does a service member have if they witness a sexual assault?

28

What is the 'One Is Too Many' campaign?

29

True or False: Male service members can be victims of sexual assault and are eligible for all SAPR services.

30

What is the 72-hour requirement related to sexual assault reporting to senior commanders?

31

Who is required to report allegations of sexual assault (mandatory reporters)?

32

What is the difference between the SAPR and MEO programs?

33

What accommodations can a sexual assault victim receive in the military?

34

What is the role of alcohol in military sexual assaults?

35

Which of the following could cause a Restricted Report to become Unrestricted: (a) victim tells a friend, (b) victim discloses to their commander, (c) victim seeks medical treatment, (d) victim contacts the Safe Helpline?

36

What is the purpose of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO)?

37

How long does a victim have to file a Restricted Report after a sexual assault?

38

What does the SAPR program require regarding pre-trial investigations and the victim's rights?

39

What are the 3 D's of bystander intervention?

40

True or False: A civilian spouse of a service member can file a Restricted Report with the SARC.

41

What is the commander's obligation upon receiving an unrestricted report of sexual assault?

42

What does the term 'victim-centered approach' mean in the SAPR program?

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