clarify and establish requirements related to forensic medical examinations.
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Clarifies that counties must pay for forensic medical examinations and specifies exactly what costs are covered, including provider services, forensic supplies, scope procedures, laboratory testing, medications, and radiology services.
Sets payment limits based on actual costs or Medicaid payment methodology, whichever is less, and requires providers to offer lower costs for medically indigent patients.
Requires hospitals and clinics to coordinate payment processes with counties and notify victims that examinations are available at no cost, without requiring participation in the criminal justice system.
Confirms that minors age sixteen or older can consent to forensic medical examinations without parental consent, though providers must notify parents unless they are the suspected perpetrator.
Adds liability protections for medical providers who make good faith determinations about patient consent capability, shielding them from criminal prosecution, civil liability, or professional discipline.
Establishes clear definitions for key terms including 'forensic medical examination,' 'sexual assault nurse examiner,' and 'sexual assault response team.'
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