JOURNAL ARTICLE

Investigative decision-making in sexual assault case processing.

  • Published In: Policing: A Journal of Policy & Practice, 2024, v. 18. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Garza, Alondra D 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines early police decision-making in sexual assault cases within a large, urban police department in a major U.S. city, focusing on factors influencing whether cases are assigned to investigators and the timing of such assignments. Findings indicate that most cases are assigned to investigators promptly, with victim age, suspect identification, evidentiary strength, and officer training affecting assignment decisions. Additionally, victim race/ethnicity and adherence to the "real rape" stereotype influenced the time taken to assign investigators. The study highlights implications for research and policy regarding case attrition in sexual assault investigations.

Additional Information

  • Source:Policing: A Journal of Policy & Practice. 2024/01, Vol. 18, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1752-4512
  • DOI:10.1093/police/paae023
  • Accession Number:184072876
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