New Jersey A598 ensures victims of alleged sexual offenses have a rape care advocate present during examinations and legal interactions.

New Jersey A598 mandates that in cases of alleged sexual offenses, victims have the right to have a rape care advocate present during medical, evidentiary, or physical examinations and any interactions with law enforcement, prosecutors, or defense attorneys. The first responding law enforcement officer or medical provider must notify the local designated rape crisis center immediately. The victim must also be informed by the rape care advocate of their right to have the advocate present.

New Jersey A598 ensures victims of alleged sexual offenses have a rape care advocate present during examinations and legal interactions.

New Jersey A598 mandates that in cases of alleged sexual offenses, victims have the right to have a rape care advocate present during medical, evidentiary, or physical examinations and any interactions with law enforcement, prosecutors, or defense attorneys. The first responding law enforcement officer or medical provider must notify the local designated rape crisis center immediately. The victim must also be informed by the rape care advocate of their right to have the advocate present.