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Introduced
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
In Committee
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/24/2025
04/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Sexual assault victims' rights. Requires law enforcement agencies and prosecuting attorneys to annually submit certain information concerning sexual assault to the Indiana criminal justice institute (institute). Requires the institute to annually submit a report to the state sexual assault response team (team) summarizing the information. Provides certain procedural protections for victims of sexual assault, including the rights guaranteed to a victim as they relate to: (1) the collection and analysis of sexual assault forensic evidence from the victim; (2) a victim's ability to obtain a copy of a law enforcement report concerning the sexual assault; and (3) legal procedures provided to protect a victim during a legal proceeding. Requires specified information to be included in the statewide sexual assault examination tracking system. Requires the team to study best practices and make recommendations concerning sexual assault response and victims' rights. Requires the team, not later than May 31, 2027, to report its findings and recommendations to the general assembly, the governor, and the attorney general.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance the rights and support for sexual assault victims in Indiana by establishing new reporting requirements, legal protections, and support mechanisms. The bill requires law enforcement agencies and prosecuting attorneys to annually submit detailed information about sexual assaults to the Indiana criminal justice institute, including the number of reported sexual assaults, arrests, and available resources for victims. The institute must then compile this data and submit an annual report to the state sexual assault response team. The bill introduces several key protections for sexual assault victims, such as the right to receive a free copy of law enforcement reports within five business days, access to information about forensic evidence analysis, and protection from being discouraged from receiving a forensic medical examination. Additionally, the bill prevents sexual assault forensic evidence from being used to prosecute victims for unrelated crimes and prohibits requiring victims to submit to polygraph examinations. The state sexual assault response team is tasked with studying best practices, evaluating victims' rights, and preparing a comprehensive report to the general assembly, governor, and attorney general by May 31, 2027, with recommendations for improving sexual assault response and victim support.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Representatives Bauer and Cash added as coauthors (on 01/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1093/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1093/HB1093.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1093/fiscal-notes/HB1093.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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