Current through the 2024 legislative session
Section 1-40-205 - Victims and witnesses of crime; free from intimidation(a) A victim or witness has the right to be free from any form of harassment, intimidation or retribution. (b) When waiting to testify in any proceeding regarding a criminal act, a victim or key witness has the right to be provided, upon request, with a waiting area separate from other witnesses. (c) When the threat of harassment, intimidation or retribution cannot be avoided, the court shall take appropriate measures to protect the victim or key witness. (d) Law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys shall provide information regarding law enforcement measures available to protect victims and key witnesses.