What if someone is in immediate danger?

Call 911. Then tell the facility and the right agency office.

Can family file a grievance?

Often only the person in prison can file a grievance. Family can help, and can report sexual abuse as a third party.

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Immediate danger: call 911. Then call the facility directly.

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Step 1: What is the problem?

Step 2: Which state, or federal?

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