North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) State Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Exam with comprehensive resources, including quizzes and flashcards. Boost your knowledge and confidence to succeed in your law enforcement career!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.

Which of the following is a common reason victims may hesitate to report a sexual assault?

Expectation of immediate justice
Fear of retaliation by the offender
Desire for privacy and confidentiality
Unawareness of the law

The correct answer is: Fear of retaliation by the offender

Victims may hesitate to report a sexual assault due to the fear of retaliation by the offender. This fear is rooted in concerns for their safety and the potential for further harm, especially if the assailant is someone known to them or if they believe that reporting the incident could lead to significant repercussions. The victim may worry about harassment, threats, or even physical violence from the perpetrator. This reaction is often compounded by feelings of vulnerability and the psychological impact of the assault itself, making the decision to report feel even more daunting. Other factors, while they may influence a victim's decision to report, do not significantly capture the immediate danger and intimidation that fear of retaliation represents. Thus, the primary driver for many victims when it comes to the hesitation to report is this overwhelming concern for their personal safety and well-being.