California AB2556 modifies the Evidence Code to restrict the admissibility of certain evidence in sexual offense prosecutions.

California AB2556 amends the Evidence Code to limit the admissibility of evidence of sexual conduct of the complaining witness in sexual offense prosecutions. The bill specifies that evidence of the victim's sexual conduct cannot be used to attack their credibility unless it is relevant and not excluded by other sections. It also restricts the admissibility of evidence regarding the victim's manner of dress at the time of the offense. The bill outlines a procedure for the defendant to offer such evidence, including the use of sealed affidavits and hearings outside the presence of the jury.

California AB2556 modifies the Evidence Code to restrict the admissibility of certain evidence in sexual offense prosecutions.

California AB2556 amends the Evidence Code to limit the admissibility of evidence of sexual conduct of the complaining witness in sexual offense prosecutions. The bill specifies that evidence of the victim's sexual conduct cannot be used to attack their credibility unless it is relevant and not excluded by other sections. It also restricts the admissibility of evidence regarding the victim's manner of dress at the time of the offense. The bill outlines a procedure for the defendant to offer such evidence, including the use of sealed affidavits and hearings outside the presence of the jury.