New Jersey A1355 expands sexual assault training for law enforcement and codifies services for victims.
New Jersey A1355 mandates that healthcare facilities and law enforcement agencies inform sexual assault victims of services offered by county sexual violence programs, including rape care advocates. The bill requires these services to be provided before a medical forensic examination or statement is taken. It also codifies the responsibilities of county sexual violence programs and rape care advocates, ensuring they provide support, counseling, and follow-up services.
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