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MI HB5969
Bill
Status
10/19/2016
Primary Sponsor
Robert Kosowski
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AI Summary
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Extends confidentiality protections to communications between human trafficking victims and human trafficking counselors, mirroring existing protections for sexual assault and domestic violence victims.
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Defines "human trafficking" as violations of Chapter LXVIIA of the Michigan Penal Code (MCL 750.462a to 750.462h).
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Defines "human trafficking counselor" as a person employed by or volunteering at an organization that provides advice, counseling, or other assistance to human trafficking victims.
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Makes confidential communications and reports between human trafficking victims and counselors inadmissible as evidence in civil or criminal proceedings without the victim's prior written consent.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Crime victims; rights; human trafficking victim privilege; establish. Amends sec. 2157a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2157a).
Crime victims: rights
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/19/2016
11/9/2016