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HB 2836

sexual assault survivors; rights

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Cesar Aguilar and 9 co-sponsors

HB 2836 establishes statutory rights for Arizona sexual assault survivors, guaranteeing access to medical care, counseling, legal protections, and victim services throughout the criminal justice process.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2836

Legislative bill overview

HB 2836 establishes comprehensive rights protections for sexual assault survivors in Arizona, including access to victim services, medical care, and legal protections throughout the criminal justice process. The bill aims to standardize survivor support across the state and ensure consistent treatment regardless of jurisdiction or case outcome.

Why is this important

Sexual assault survivors often face barriers accessing medical care, counseling, and legal support immediately after trauma occurs. Codifying these rights in statute ensures survivors have guaranteed access to critical services and protections, while also clarifying institutional responsibilities for law enforcement, hospitals, and courts.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: Expanded survivor services and rights protections require state and local funding; budget availability may become contested
  • Law enforcement procedures: New requirements on how police handle cases could create operational challenges or resistance from departments with limited resources
  • Definitional scope: Questions may arise about which crimes/situations qualify for protections and whether the definition is sufficiently precise or overly broad
  • Privacy versus transparency: Balancing survivor confidentiality with public records laws and defendant rights to information could create practical conflicts

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

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