2015 SESSION

HB-236
Protect First Responders – Fire Fighters and EMTs
against physical assaults or injuries in the line of duty. Penalty for assault changed from misdemeanor and untrackable to felony with 10-years in jail.

HB-382
Expedited DNA Testing of Rape Kits
to reduce sexual crimes against women. Previously took up to 4 years for DNA testing with no requirement to inform the victim. Now the police needs to give up date in 30-days.