Existing law declares it a policy of this State to provide assistance to victims of violent crimes or the dependents of victims of violent crimes. (NRS 217.010) Existing law requires the Division of Child and Family Services of the Department of Health and Human Services, to the extent that money is available for this purpose, to designate a statewide center to provide assistance to victims. If a center to provide assistance to victims is designated, existing law requires the center to provide certain support services to victims, including, without limitation, referrals, advocacy services and counseling. (NRS 217.096) With limited exception, this bill authorizes a governmental entity to disclose certain confidential information to the center for the limited purpose of providing support services to victims of crimes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 217.096
BDR: 217.096