State laws vary widely on adolescent consent for sexual assault exams, study finds

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State laws vary widely on adolescent consent for sexual assault exams, study finds

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In the hours following sexual assault, teens may face difficult decisions about seeking medical care and whether to undergo a forensic exam that could support a future investigation or prosecution.

Understanding their ability to consent to these services can be complicated, as laws vary widely from state to state. ...

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