The bill amends the law regarding access to records from the Arkansas Crime Information Center, specifically allowing for the disclosure of information to judges. It modifies Arkansas Code 12-12-211(b)(3)(A) to clarify that while it is generally unlawful for individuals to disclose information obtained under this subsection, there are specific exceptions. These exceptions include disclosures made for the duties of the Office of Child Support Enforcement and the Crime Victims Reparations Board, as well as disclosures made upon court order.

The key changes in the bill include the deletion of the word "or" after the Crime Victims Reparations Board and the insertion of new provisions that allow for information to be disclosed to a district court judge, circuit court judge, Judge of the Court of Appeals, or Justice of the Supreme Court upon request. This amendment aims to enhance judicial access to critical information while maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive data.

Statutes affected:
SB 356: 12-12-211(b)