Current through P.L. 171-2024
Section 35-40.5-7-1 - Duty of law enforcement to inform victim of rights(a) Upon initial interaction with a victim, a law enforcement officer or provider shall provide the victim with a document developed by the state sexual assault response team that explains the rights of victims:(1) under this article and other relevant law;(2) in a format accessible to persons with visual disabilities; and(3) in English, Spanish, and German.(b) The document described in subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A clear statement that a victim is not required to receive a medical evidentiary or physical examination in order to retain the rights provided under this article or any other relevant law.(2) Information concerning state and federal victim compensation funds for medical and other costs associated with the sexual assault.Amended by P.L. 133-2020,SEC. 16, eff. 7/1/2020.Added by P.L. 58-2020,SEC. 6, eff. 7/1/2020.