Illinois HB3710 amends the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act to enhance protections and rights for crime victims.
HB3710 amends the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act to ensure crime victims have the right to be treated with fairness and respect during the investigatory process. It includes the right to be free from deception and false facts about evidence during interviews. Victims also have the right to timely notification of court proceedings, communication with the prosecution, and to be heard at post-arraignment proceedings. Additionally, victims can request a free copy of their police report within five business days and have their DNA profile excluded from any DNA database.
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