New Jersey S1017 expands sexual assault victims' rights to be notified of certain developments in their criminal cases.

New Jersey S1017 amends the State's "Sexual Assault Victim's Bill of Rights" to ensure sexual assault victims are informed if a DNA profile of an assailant is obtained from the evidence, if it is entered into a data bank, and if there is a match. Victims can also request updates on the status of their case evidence. The law enforcement agency must provide this information in a timely manner, and victims can designate another person to receive the information on their behalf. This bill aims to enhance transparency and support for victims throughout the criminal justice process.

New Jersey S1017 expands sexual assault victims' rights to be notified of certain developments in their criminal cases.

New Jersey S1017 amends the State's "Sexual Assault Victim's Bill of Rights" to ensure sexual assault victims are informed if a DNA profile of an assailant is obtained from the evidence, if it is entered into a data bank, and if there is a match. Victims can also request updates on the status of their case evidence. The law enforcement agency must provide this information in a timely manner, and victims can designate another person to receive the information on their behalf. This bill aims to enhance transparency and support for victims throughout the criminal justice process.