Relating to confidential communications of victims of certain family violence offenses.
Fiscal Notes
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
This bill would grant a victim of family violence who is receiving services at a family violence center the right to refuse to disclose, or to prevent another from disclosing, a communication between the victim and an advocate employed by the family violence center.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Allowing victims of violence to have confidential and privileged communications with service providers satisfies our commitment to individual liberty. For this reason, we support HB 3649.
