HB 1052: Rights for Victims of Certain Crimes
HB 1052 status: Enacted — Governor Signed (updated Jun 3, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialFor purposes of the 'Victim Rights Act', the act prohibits a defendant or alleged offender in the underlying case from being the 'lawful representative' of a victim or the victim's designee if the victim is a child or an at-risk adult. The act creates new rights for a victim under the 'Victim Rights Act', including the...
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Environment
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Society
Benefits
- Strengthens protections for child and at-risk victims
- Enhances victim participation in restitution hearings
Risks
- Potential for administrative delays during judicial hearings
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Ensure that restrictions on victim representation do not inadvertently conflict with fundamental due process rights for defendants
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