Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

54040.9 Forensic Medical Examination

• In accordance with DOMDepartment Operations Manual Sections 54040.12.1 and 54040.12.2, the victim will be taken to the designated outside hospital, or on-site location, where SART Contract Staff will complete the forensic exam. The SANE shall provide the required Forensic Medical Examination, per the Office of Emergency Services, as well as the appropriate Forensic Medical Report: Acute (<72 hours) Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Examination, the Forensic Medical Report: Non-Acute (>72 hours) Child/Adolescent Sexual Abuse Examination, or the Forensic Medical Report: Sexual Assault Suspect Examination. These examinations will consist of an explanation of the process, the offender’s signature on consent forms (some offenders will require assistance to explain the consent forms prior to signing them), discussion of the incident and when/how it occurred, and a detailed physical examination that will include evidence collection and photographs. As required in Penal Code Section 2638 (part of ABAdministrative Bulletin 550), immediate HIVHuman Immunodeficiency Virus/AIDSAcquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome prophylactic measures will be provided. In addition, information regarding sexually transmitted infections, HIVHuman Immunodeficiency Virus and pregnancy options, will be discussed with the victim and/or suspect. Testing for sexually transmitted infections, HIVHuman Immunodeficiency Virus, and pregnancy (if appropriate) will be offered.