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Special Victims Counsel–New Legislation

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    December 11, 2015
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The SVC, Special Victims’ Counsel, expanded legislation to assist sexual assault victims…

The changes will will affect policy and courts-martial procedures. The SCV has attorneys who help victims through the legal process. Now, not just Department of Defence civilians as well as active service members and their families are eligible.

 

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