Missoula, MT Safety and Accountability Audit Report: “How Does Our Community’s Response to Sexual Assault Engage and Support Victims and Enhance Victim Safety and Offender Accountability?”

In 2012, the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) made a request for information from the City of Missoula (via the Missoula Police Department) related to criminal case processing of sexual assault. After approximately one year of investigation, the USDOJ issued a findings letter to the City of Missoula. The City of Missoula then entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the USDOJ to improve response to sexual assault. One of the requirements was to complete a Safety and Accountability Audit. This report includes detailed findings and recommendations.