PREA Definitions

Substantiated Allegation*
An allegation that was investigated and determined to have occurred.

Unsubstantiated Allegation *
An allegation that was investigated and insufficient evidence was obtained to determine if the allegation did or did not occur.

Unfounded Allegation*
An allegation that was investigated and proven to not have occurred.

Pending
Allegation still under investigation.

Sexual Abuse*
Any of the following acts, if the victim does not consent, is coerced into such act by overt or implied threats of violence, or is unable to consent or refuse:

• Sexual contact
• Penetration of the anal or genital opening of another person, however
• Slight, by a hand, finger, object, or other instrument; and
• Any other intentional touching
• Any attempt, threat, or request to engage in sexual activities
• Any display by a staff member, contractor, or volunteer of his or her
• Uncovered genitalia, buttocks, or breast in the presence of an inmate,
• Detainee, or resident, and
• Voyeurism by a staff member, contractor, or volunteer.

Sexual Harassment *

• Repeated and unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal comments, gestures, or actions of a derogatory or offensive sexual nature by one inmate directed toward another.
• Repeated verbal comments or gestures of a sexual nature to an inmate, detainee, or resident by a staff member, contractor, or volunteer, including demeaning references to gender, sexually suggestive or derogatory comments about body or clothing, or obscene language or gestures.

LASD
Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.

PREA
Prison Rape Elimination Act.

1Q
1^st Quarter of the Year (January, February, and March).

2Q
2^nd Quarter of the Year (April, May, and June).

3Q
3^rd Quarter of the Year (July, August, and September).

4Q
4^th Quarter of the Year (October, November, and December).

* from PREA standard 115.5  and PREA standard 115.6. rev.12/17/24

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