Connecticut State Police

The PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Unit shall be responsible for overseeing PREA investigations by working with the assigned investigator(s) and the Internal Affairs Unit following the report of an alleged or actual sexual assault in accordance with agency Administrative Directives and Department of Justice National Standards to prevent, detect and respond to prison rape. The Connecticut State Police shall maintain a zero tolerance policy on sexual assault in support of the requirements and standards within Public Act 108-79, The Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003.

• Connecticut State Police PREA Policy (04/2024)

The PREA Unit in collaboration with the Training Academy shall also provide support to the facilities through training on staff awareness, evidence protocol, and sexual assault prevention and intervention.