Misconduct Managed NewsSource™ is a bi-weekly compilation of the top news stories concerning sexual misconduct, abuse, and molestation of at-risk groups in the United States.
7 New Laws Enhance Protections for Sexual Assault Victims
New Jersey Governor signed into law 7 bills that strengthen the protections for victims, including creating a 3-year pilot program in the Attorney General’s Office aiming to repair some of the harm caused by the sexual assault.
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Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Still on the Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Center for Disease Control reports between a 20-70% increase in these cases since the beginning of the pandemic.
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How to Get Involved in the 20th Anniversary of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
This April, RAINN makes it easy to show support for survivors, take action, and help raise awareness of sexual violence online and in your community.
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Facebook-Owned Apps Used in More than 50% of Online Child Sex Crimes
Nearly 10,000 instances of child sex abuse were recorded by police in a 1-year span, in the UK alone, on Facebook-owned platforms, including Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
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Topgolf Sued for Employing a “Serial Sexual Predator”
Topgolf in Las Vegas is being sued by 4 women for their sexual assault; working in a dehumanizing, toxic work environment; and a corporate cover-up.
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School District Sued Over School Bus Sexual Abuse of a Student with Down’s Syndrome
The family of a 7-year-old girl is suing an Illinois school district after her sex abuse at the hands of a 14-year-old boy was caught on the school bus surveillance system.
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Man Arrested for Raping a Woman in Hospice Care
A 46-year-old Michigan man was arrested and charged for raping an elderly woman in hospice care.
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Proposed Bill Requires Hairstylists and Cosmetologists to be Trained in Sexual Assault
Texas House Bill 404 would require hairstylists and cosmetologists to take domestic violence and sexual assault awareness training as part of their license renewal since it is very common for their clients to confide in them.
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