Who investigates an unrestricted sexual assault?

• A. Two Weeks
• B. Two Months
• C. Three Days
• D. One Month

Answer: (D)

When a sexual assault is reported as unrestricted, it triggers a formal, official investigation by military law enforcement and the command. Investigators from agencies such as NCIS or military police gather facts, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and coordinate with prosecutors as needed. This process is intended to move forward promptly to determine what happened and what actions are necessary.

The option of about one month reflects the typical expectation that the initial, formal investigation should begin and make progress within roughly 30 days. This timeline supports timely response and due process. Shorter windows like a couple of weeks or days often aren’t realistic for a thorough inquiry, while longer spans such as two months can unnecessarily delay resolution.