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. The assessment is set at two thousand dollars and applies to a range of crimes, including various forms of sexual assault, human trafficking, and exploitation of minors. The bill also renames the "Exploited Children's Special Fund" to the "Survivor Special Fund" and outlines how the funds collected from these assessments will be allocated. Specifically, 50% of the remaining proceeds from forfeited property related to sex crimes will be directed to this fund.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the funds will be used to provide services and treatment for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault. It mandates that a portion of the fund be allocated to child advocacy centers, domestic violence coalitions, and sexual assault crisis centers, ensuring that resources are directed towards supporting victims in these areas. The governor's office of human trafficking prevention is also authorized to retain a small percentage of the fund for administrative expenses. Overall, the bill aims to enhance support for victims and improve the allocation of resources to combat sex-related crimes in Louisiana.

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)