An Act relative to improving sexual violence survivor protections
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish a ‘bill of rights’ for survivors of sexual assault and related offenses in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure survivors have specific protections and rights throughout the legal and support systems involved in addressing these crimes. The bill intends to improve the overall experience and outcomes for survivors seeking justice and assistance. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to address similar issues.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘bill of rights’ for sexual assault survivors.
- Aims to improve protections throughout the legal process.
- Supports enhanced access to support services for survivors.
- Addresses issues related to reporting and investigation of sexual assault cases.
- May include provisions regarding confidentiality and privacy.
- Intended to clarify survivor rights and responsibilities.
- Related to existing legislation concerning statutes of limitations for child sexual assault cases.
Who is affected
- Sexual assault survivors
- Families of sexual assault survivors
- Legal professionals
- Law enforcement agencies
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Introduces a formal ‘bill of rights’ framework for survivors.
- Potentially expands existing protections related to confidentiality and privacy.
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Sponsors
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4 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
Michael O. Moore
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