You don’t need a police report to file a rideshare sexual assault claim. While a police report can help your case, civil litigation and criminal investigation are separate processes. A lack of a criminal report does not affect your ability to pursue compensation.
Research consistently shows that sexual assault goes significantly underreported. Survivors often do not go to law enforcement out of fear of not being believed, shame, trauma-related memory problems, privacy concerns, or a desire to move on without criminal involvement. Courts know this and rideshare sexual assault claims can go forward without an arrest, criminal charges, or a conviction.
The burden of proof in a rideshare sexual assault lawsuit is also lower than in a criminal case. Instead of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, civil plaintiffs generally just need to show their side of the story is more likely true.
A police report isn't the only thing that can support your case. Other evidence includes:
If Uber or Lyft received your report, those records could surface during litigation and may show the company had already been put on notice about that driver.
You don’t need a police report to find out if you have a claim. With over 35 years of experience in sexual assault and personal injury cases, our team at Atraxia Law will handle your case with care and discretion. Tell us your story and we’ll tell you if you have a viable claim.