The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the disclosure of victims' and witnesses' names in public records related to criminal cases. Under the new provisions, a victim's name may be redacted from records released pursuant to a public records request if the agency believes that releasing the name could lead to harassment, threats to safety, or witness tampering. This redaction is contingent upon the victim's request and does not apply to records shared between law enforcement and prosecution agencies, records concerning deceased victims, or records where the victim has consented to disclosure.

Additionally, the bill introduces similar protections for witnesses, allowing their names to be redacted if they request anonymity and there is a reasonable expectation of harm from disclosure. However, the names of witnesses can still be disclosed under certain conditions, such as written consent from the witness or a court order. The bill also clarifies the definition of "final disposition" in the context of criminal prosecutions and makes technical changes to existing language. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the privacy and safety of victims and witnesses involved in criminal cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-413, 13-4434, 39-123.01, 8-384, 13-4403, 13-3623, 13-4401, 13-3601
House Engrossed Version: 8-413, 13-4434, 39-123.01, 8-384, 13-4403, 13-3623, 13-4401, 13-3601
Chaptered Version: 8-413, 13-4434, 39-123.01, 8-384, 13-4403, 13-3623, 13-4401, 13-3601