Senate Bill 372 aims to enhance the process of notifying crime victims about court proceedings related to criminal defendants. The bill amends existing statutes to shift the responsibility of providing notification cards from the clerks of the court to county victim and witness offices, where such offices exist. Specifically, it modifies sections 302.113, 302.114, and 973.09 to ensure that these offices will distribute the notification cards to victims, allowing them to request updates on future court proceedings. The bill also includes provisions for the design and preparation of these cards by the director of state courts, ensuring they are provided at no charge.

Additionally, the bill creates a new section, 950.06 (1m) (dg), which mandates that information regarding victim notifications for court proceedings related to modifications of a criminal defendant's sentence or probation must be provided, including assistance in completing the notification cards. This legislative change is intended to streamline communication with victims and ensure they are adequately informed about relevant legal proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 302.113(9g)(g)3, 302.113, 302.114(6)(e), 302.114, 973.09(3m)(c), 973.09