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Defense Dept. Halts Rape Kit Access for Civilians Abroad

4/18/2025

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The Defense Department's recent directive halting the provision of rape test kits to civilian employees and contractors overseas has sparked serious concerns. Starting March 13, 2025, those not covered by Tricare will be forced to rely on foreign clinics for testing, potentially compromising the integrity of evidence in sexual assault cases.

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Story summary

The Defense Department's recent directive halting the provision of rape test kits to civilian employees and contractors overseas has sparked serious concerns. Starting March 13, 2025, those not covered by Tricare will be forced to rely on foreign clinics for testing, potentially compromising the integrity of evidence in sexual assault cases.