Assessing for Informal Resolution Opportunities in Domestic and Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Cases

When it comes to responding to dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking (DVSAS) on college campuses, what constitutes a “good case” for an informal resolution process (IRP)? The reality is that whether an IRP, as opposed to an investigation and decision-making model, serves the involved parties becomes less about the incident itself and more about aligning with the unique needs of those directly involved and the needs of the broader institutional community.