Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends criminal codes related to victim requests for criminal history dissemination.

Highlights:

• Establishes crime victim right of access to investigative information (Page 3).

• Requires official response to information requests within 60 days of request receipt (Page 4).

• Authorizes denial of request, including if information would identity third-party victims (Page 5).

• Exempts such denials from judicial review (Page 7).

• Prohibits use of information to harass, intimidate, or threaten another (Page 9).

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