The bill amends Section 12-29-8 of the Domestic Violence Prevention Act to require law enforcement officers to complete a domestic violence/sexual assault reporting form for all incidents, including verbal arguments or disputes, regardless of whether an arrest is made. The bill updates the process for submitting these reports, allowing for electronic submission by law enforcement agencies. It specifies that the reporting forms must include additional information such as the existence of language barriers, felony enhancement notations, and the existence of any prior court orders, thereby enhancing the data collected on domestic violence incidents.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that law enforcement departments electronically submit the domestic violence/sexual assault reporting forms and corresponding police report narratives at the end of each month. For cases still under investigation or with unexecuted arrest warrants, the submission must occur as soon as practicable, but no later than the end of the calendar year in which the incident occurred. This legislation aims to improve the accuracy and comprehensiveness of data on domestic violence in the state. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
525: 12-29-8