AR HB1599

Law enforcement agencies must provide a preprinted document called "Laura's Card" to crime victims and their families after initial contact, clearly stating victim rights and available assistance.

Laura's Card must include information about victim assistance services including medical, housing, counseling, financial, social, legal, and emergency services.

Laura's Card must provide information on victim compensation under the Arkansas Crime Victims Reparations Act and contact details for the relevant agency.

Laura's Card must include information on victim protection options, including protective court orders, and access to public records related to the case.

Law enforcement officers providing Laura's Card must include their badge number and contact information on the card, and the definition of "law enforcement agency" is expanded to include college and university police departments.