The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend existing statutes to enhance the rights of crime victims regarding access to police reports and related materials. Specifically, it would require law enforcement agencies to provide victims with free copies of audio recordings in addition to the existing provisions for police reports and video recordings. This change is aimed at ensuring that victims have comprehensive access to all relevant materials that may assist them in pursuing their rights. The bill also clarifies that victims can appeal any denial of access to public records during a criminal case through a special action within that case, streamlining the process for victims seeking justice.

Additionally, the bill introduces a definition for "domestic violence offense" in alignment with existing legal definitions, ensuring consistency across statutes. It makes technical adjustments to the language of current laws, such as changing "for the protection of" to "to protect," and consolidating references to the rights of victims and their immediate family members. Overall, these updates aim to strengthen the legal framework supporting victims' rights and improve their access to necessary information during criminal proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-386, 13-4405, 39-121.02, 39-127, 8-384, 8-385, 13-1414, 13-3601, 8-323, 8-398, 13-4403, 13-4404, 39-129, 13-4417, 12-349
Senate Engrossed Version: 8-386, 13-4405, 39-121.02, 39-127, 8-384, 8-385, 13-1414, 13-3601, 8-323, 8-398, 13-4403, 13-4404, 39-129, 13-4417, 12-349