Latinas Unidas por un Nuevo Amanecer (L.U.N.A.)

The following rights apply to all women, regardless of immigration status, race, ethnicity, preferred language, or age.

To a life free from violence
To healthy intimate relationships based on equality and respect
To physical, sexual, and emotional safety
To exercise control over her economic situation
To make decisions that are in her best interest and the best interests of her children
To ask for help if her rights are violated

If You Have Been Sexually Assaulted
You have the following rights under Iowa law:

To receive written notification of your rights, in English and Spanish, from law enforcement
To request the presence of a victim counselor at any proceeding related to the offense including medical exams, law enforcement investigations, and cour hearings
To have a sexual abuse examination performed at the state^s expense
To request that an officer assist you in obtaining transportation to the nearest hospital or otherwise assist you if you are in need of medical treatment
To file a complaint for threats, assaults, or other related crimes
To receive information from law enforcement about how you can register as a victim with the county attorney in your area
To contact the county attorney or local law enforcement to determine the status of your case
To apply for victim compensation

If You are a Victim of Domestic Violence:
You have the following rights under Iowa law:

To receive written notification of your rights, in English and Spanish, from law enforcement
To request the presence of a victim counselor at any proceeding related to the offense including medical exams, law enforcement investigations, and cour hearings
To request that an officer assist you in obtaining transportation to the nearest hospital or otherwise assist you if you are in need of medical treatment
To request that an officer remain at the scene until you and other affected parties can leave or until safety is otherwise ensured
To file criminal charges for threats, assualts or other related crimes
To seek temporary and/or permanent assistance from the court in keeping your attacker away from you, your home, and your place of work
To seek temporary and/or permanent assistance from the court in getting custody of your children and obtaining support for yourself and your minor children if your attacker is legally required to provide support
To stay at your home without intereference from your attacker
To apply for victim compensation

Additionally, if you are a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and you do not have citizenship or legal permanent residency in the United States, you may qualify to petition for your residency/citizenship under the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act or the U Visa. Please contact L.U.N.A. for more informatin regarding your eligibility.