Originally published: . Volume 13, No. 3. Source pages: 9.
Present law provides rights for victims of crimes.
The proposed law, SB 69 by Sen. Connick, retains present law and eases restrictions on eligibility and involvement in criminal justice processes. Proposed law removes requirement that a victim must report a crime within 72 hours in order to receive benefits available under present law, and expands eligibility to victims of additional crimes.
Proposed law removes requirement that the victim or designated family member must register with the La. Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice in order to receive services.
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