Section 38, The Sexual Offences Act, 2012

(1) When a police officer receives a complaint under this Act, the officer shall– (a) interview the parties and witnesses to the offence; (b) record the complaint in detail and provide the victim with an extra copy of the complaint upon request, in a language the victim understands; (c) assist the victim to obtain medical treatment and a medical report whenever necessary; (d) assist the victim to a place of safety as the circumstances of the case or as the victim requires where the victim expresses concern about safety; (e) protect the victim to enable the victim retrieve personal belongings where applicable; (f) assist and advise the victim to preserve evidence; and (g) assist and advise the victim of his or her rights and any services which may be available. (2) Police assistance to a victim under paragraph (c) of subsection (1) consists of issuing a medical form to the victim and where necessary sending the victim to a medical facility and obtaining a medical report. Victim impact statements. Compensation. Police assistance after receipt of complaint.