Sexual Assault Division

Purpose

The Lancaster County Sexual Assault Prosecution Division provides a specialized group of experienced prosecutors and support staff to achieve justice for child and adult survivors of sexual assault, sex trafficking, and internet crimes against children. We respect the courage it takes for survivors of sexual violence to make a report and participate in the criminal justice process. Our prosecutors are focused on working with survivors of sexual assault to ensure their voices are heard in the criminal justice process.

 Goals and Objectives

The Lancaster County Sexual Assault Prosecution Division works in coordination with local law enforcement agencies, victim advocates, and medical personnel to accomplish the following goals:

  • To achieve justice for survivors of sexual assault
  • To protect children from the perpetrators of child sexual abuse
  • To hold the perpetrators of sexual assault accountable