ND SB2387

Sexual violence survivors have the right to consult with a sexual assault victim advocate during forensic medical examinations, with communications being privileged unless waived by the survivor

Survivors may have privately retained legal counsel present when speaking with law enforcement about the alleged assault, except during forensic interviews with child victims

Survivors have the right to access their law enforcement case report at no cost

The Attorney General must prepare a document explaining survivor rights, which medical providers or law enforcement must provide upon initial contact with a survivor

Passed unanimously in both chambers (Senate 47-0, House 89-0)