The bill H.64 aims to enhance access to orders against sexual assault by establishing procedures for plaintiffs to obtain such orders outside of regular court hours, including weekends and holidays. It mandates the Court Administrator to create these procedures, which include designating an authorized person to receive requests for emergency relief orders submitted after hours. The bill outlines a process for electronic submissions of complaints and affidavits, ensuring that applicants can still seek relief even when a secure setting is unavailable.

Key provisions include the requirement for the authorized person to administer an oath to the applicant over the phone, affirming the accuracy of their affidavit, and the communication of the complaint's contents to a judicial officer for a decision. If an order is granted, it will be delivered to law enforcement for service. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 12-5136(b), 12-5136