The Sexual Assault Evidence Submission Act mandates that law enforcement agencies in New Jersey submit sexual assault evidence, commonly known as rape kits, to an appropriate forensic laboratory within 10 business days of receipt. Additionally, the act requires that this evidence be analyzed within six months of its submission, provided that sufficient staffing and resources are available. The bill outlines specific timelines for law enforcement agencies to report the number of unsubmitted cases and to arrange for the submission of evidence collected prior to the act's effective date. Furthermore, the Superintendent of State Police is tasked with developing a plan for analyzing these cases, which must be submitted to key state officials within 120 days of the act's enactment.

To ensure accountability, the act requires that each rape kit submitted for analysis includes a signed certification indicating the investigating agency's involvement in a prior or current criminal investigation. The Attorney General is also responsible for developing guidelines to govern the submission and analysis of sexual assault evidence. This legislation aims to streamline the process of handling sexual assault evidence, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations into sexual assault cases in New Jersey.