Allows early evidence kits for sexual assault cases in Massachusetts.

The bill allows for the use of early evidence kits in sexual assault cases, which are professional services enabling the early collection and storage of DNA when traditional exams are not possible. It mandates that hospitals inform victims of the availability of these kits and their admissibility in court. The bill also requires law enforcement to label and analyze kits within 30 days and mandates retention for at least 15 years. It outlines procedures for transferring kits to law enforcement and specifies conditions under which testing may be terminated.

Allows early evidence kits for sexual assault cases in Massachusetts.

The bill allows for the use of early evidence kits in sexual assault cases, which are professional services enabling the early collection and storage of DNA when traditional exams are not possible. It mandates that hospitals inform victims of the availability of these kits and their admissibility in court. The bill also requires law enforcement to label and analyze kits within 30 days and mandates retention for at least 15 years. It outlines procedures for transferring kits to law enforcement and specifies conditions under which testing may be terminated.