Concerns sexual assault training for prosecutors.
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Overview
This bill aims to improve training for New Jersey prosecutors and assistant prosecutors handling sexual assault cases. It mandates that the Division of Criminal Justice develop and approve biennial in-service training courses covering restorative justice, cultural competency, victim support, and trauma-informed care. The bill also updates the structure of the state’s sexual assault unit within the Department of Law and Public Safety, requiring the inclusion of a rape care advocate and establishing a system for evaluating compliance with training requirements.
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