Another option the university provides that would not initiate an investigation, would be a personal record of information. This option allows you to document the incident and keep the information in a safe place until you are ready to report.
An Individual may choose to prepare a personal record of information of an incident of Sexual Violence to ensure the incident is documented in close proximity to the time it occurred to assist in recalling details should a Complaint be made at a later date. The individual who experienced Sexual Violence prepares the personal record of information and is responsible for retaining the document. A personal record of information does not initiate a Complaint but it may be used by the individual creating the record to lodge a Complaint or make a criminal report.
For a template to document a personal record of information please click here.Note that you do not need to use this specific template, it would be helpful to use the prompts as a guide when creating your own personal record of information.