Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in Illinois

When I was 4 my brother (who is 3 years older than me) tried to have sex with me. He has tried watching me change and stuff for about 5 years. This last summer he tried video taping me while I was changing my clothes. He is in special ed classes although he is only a slow reader. He is 18 I am 15 and I hate being home because I'm scared of what could happen.

Is this considered sibiling incest? What can I do so I don't have to leave my parents?


Asked on 4/13/11, 4:22 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

I suggest that you speak directly with your parents and if they do not address the issue, then to a counselor at school. There are not guarantees that for your own safety, that you wont be removed from your parents. However, the more likely scenario is that he will be.

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Answered on 4/13/11, 9:30 am


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