Relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature, to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts, and to the duties of peace officers regarding interactions with those victims.

HB 1686 protects victims of sexual assault, sex trafficking, or related offenses by restricting how evidence from their forensic medical exams can be used. The bill prohibits using such evidence to investigate or prosecute the victim for any offense they allegedly committed, and requires courts to seal all related property or material after legal proceedings conclude. Access to sealed materials is limited to the state attorney, defense attorneys, and experts qualified by the defendant, following specific legal procedures. These provisions aim to prevent retraumatization and ensure victim privacy during legal processes.