Assembly Bill 414 aims to enhance legal protections for victims and bystanders of sexual assault in Wisconsin by providing immunity from prosecution for certain controlled substance and alcohol violations when they assist a victim or report an assault. The bill expands the existing immunity provisions to include individuals who provide aid to sexual assault victims, ensuring that they cannot be charged for drug-related offenses if the evidence was obtained while seeking emergency assistance or reporting the crime. Additionally, it extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting second-degree sexual assault from 10 years to 20 years and allows underage individuals who are victims or bystanders to avoid citations for alcohol violations if they sought help related to the assault.

Furthermore, the bill modifies tenant rights by allowing individuals to terminate their residential leases without liability for rent if they provide evidence of a sexual assault, removing the requirement that they face an imminent threat of harm. It also clarifies the conditions under which a tenant can vacate a property and not be held responsible for remaining rent. The bill includes specific legal language to define the terms related to sexual assault and the protections afforded to victims and those who assist them, thereby strengthening the legal framework surrounding these sensitive issues.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 125.07(5)(b), 125.07, 125.07(5)(c), 704.16(1)(b)3, 704.16, 939.74(2)(ar), 939.74