Assembly Bill 236 aims to enhance the rights of sexual assault crime victims in Wisconsin by amending existing statutes and creating new provisions. The bill specifically outlines the rights of victims who have provided a sexual assault kit as evidence. These rights include having the kit tested within established timelines, receiving information about the kit's location, testing dates, and results upon request, and being informed about whether DNA analysis has been performed. Additionally, victims will be notified of the estimated destruction date of the kit and any changes in the status of their case.

To implement these changes, the bill amends section 165.776 (1) (d) to clarify the definition of a sexual assault kit, aligning it with the definition provided in section 165.775 (1) (e). Furthermore, it creates a new section, 950.04 (1v) (dm), which explicitly enumerates the rights of victims regarding their sexual assault kits. This legislation seeks to ensure that victims are treated with dignity and respect throughout the criminal justice process, providing them with critical information and support as they navigate their cases.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 165.776(1)(d), 165.776