This bill amends Louisiana law regarding the treatment of victims of certain sex-related crimes by establishing a mandatory monetary assessment for individuals convicted of specific offenses, including various forms of sexual violence and human trafficking. The assessment is set at two thousand dollars and is in addition to any fines imposed by the court. The bill also renames the "Exploited Children's Special Fund" to the "Survivor Special Fund" and outlines how the funds collected will be allocated. Specifically, it mandates that a portion of the funds be used to support services for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault, as well as for training programs related to these issues.

Additionally, the bill specifies the distribution of the funds within the Survivor Special Fund, with 25% allocated to child advocacy centers, another 25% to the state domestic violence coalition, and 50% to accredited sexual assault crisis centers. The governor's office of human trafficking prevention is authorized to retain up to 10% of the fund for administrative expenses. Overall, the bill aims to enhance support for victims and improve the state's response to sex-related crimes.

Statutes affected:
HB163 Original: 14:2(C), 14:83(B)(1), 15:1(F)(3)
HB163 Engrossed: 15:1(F)(3)
HB163 Enrolled: 15:1(F)(3)
HB163 Act : 15:1(F)(3)