Affirming the Legislature's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within Hawaii's justice.

The bill affirms the Legislature's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within Hawaii's justice system. It urges the Judiciary and Honolulu Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to identify best practices for domestic violence survivors. The bill recommends the Judiciary review existing policies and administrative practices related to case assignment, training, and victim notification. It also suggests offering emergency funds, mental health counseling, pro bono legal services, emergency housing, and childcare assistance to survivors.

Affirming the Legislature's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within Hawaii's justice.

The bill affirms the Legislature's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within Hawaii's justice system. It urges the Judiciary and Honolulu Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to identify best practices for domestic violence survivors. The bill recommends the Judiciary review existing policies and administrative practices related to case assignment, training, and victim notification. It also suggests offering emergency funds, mental health counseling, pro bono legal services, emergency housing, and childcare assistance to survivors.