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Traditionally, the successful prosecution of both adult and child sexual assault cases has been difficult. This document will assist everyone involved in evidence collection to: maximize the probability of collecting and preserving the physical evidence for potential use in the legal system; minimize the physical and psychological trauma to the survivor of a sexual assault; and address important issues of current controversy surrounding the collection of medical and physical evidence. Basic medical, psychological, and support issues are included as much as possible throughout this protocol. Drawings.