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LB 103

Change provisions relating to admissibility of evidence of past sexual assaults and the procedure for taking depositions of certain witnesses

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Wendy DeBoer and 1 co-sponsor

Bill 4 SummaryMain Purpose and Intent:- LB 103 amends Nebraska's "rape shield law" to clarify that evidence of a victim's prior sexual history or other sexual assaults is generally

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Bill Summary · LB 103

Bill 4 Summary

Main Purpose and Intent:
- LB 103 amends Nebraska's "rape shield law" to clarify that evidence of a victim's prior sexual history or other sexual assaults is generally inadmissible in proceedings involving alleged sexual misconduct.
- The bill also places restrictions on questioning victims about such matters during pretrial proceedings.

Key Provisions and Changes:
- AM 878 retains the change regarding inadmissibility of evidence, but strikes the provision prohibiting victim questioning on inadmissible matters during pretrial proceedings.
- AM 878 instead requires a court hearing and approval before a victim can be questioned at a deposition about evidence admissible under the rape shield law exceptions or about prior false allegations.

Affected Parties:
- Victims of sexual assault or misconduct.
- Prosecutors and criminal defense attorneys.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects:
- The bill was introduced in the 109th Nebraska Legislature's First Session in 2025.
- It was advanced to General File with AM 878 by the Judiciary Committee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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