CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS
What changed between versions
The definition of 'Adult' was removed entirely, likely to streamline the text or rely on existing legal standards for age of majority.
A new definition for 'Approved pediatric health care facility' was added to include non-hospital facilities capable of providing forensic exams to children.
The definition of 'Ambulance provider' was updated to explicitly include vehicles used for emergency medical services, clarifying the types of transport allowed.
The definition of 'Decisional capacity' was expanded to include advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants as authorized decision-makers.
The definition of 'Health care professional' was broadened to include licensed practical nurses and sexual assault nurse examiners.
The definition of 'Medical forensic examination' was updated to explicitly allow the use of TeleSANE interactive telecommunications systems for remote evidence collection.