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NV AB329
Bill
Status
5/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Erica Roth
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AI Summary
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Extends the filing deadline for crime victim compensation applications from 24 months to 60 months after injury or death, with victims injured as minors having until 60 months after turning 21 to apply
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Removes the requirement that crimes must be reported to police within 5 days for victims to be eligible for a filing deadline waiver; the Director may now waive deadlines for any good cause shown
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Eliminates the mandatory submission of medical records with applications; victims may now prove eligibility through various documentary evidence including police reports, protection orders, court transcripts, victim services records, or affidavits from qualified third parties
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Removes the prohibition on compensation for victims who fail to cooperate with law enforcement agencies
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Defines "qualified third party" for affidavit purposes to include physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, licensed counselors, victim advocates, and clergy members
Legislative Description
Revises provisions relating to victims of crime. (BDR 16-1050)
Last Action
Chapter 124. (Effective October 1, 2025)
5/30/2025