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Justice For All Act: Strengthening Victim Rights and Forensic Science

This act aims to improve the justice system, especially in sexual assault cases, by enhancing DNA evidence tracking and increasing support for victims. It introduces new rules for DNA database access to protect victim privacy and grants victims greater rights to information and to be heard in criminal proceedings. Additionally, the act strengthens the independence and quality of forensic investigations, which can lead to faster case resolution and prevention of wrongful convictions.
Key points
Improved tracking of rape kits and elimination of DNA analysis backlogs, speeding up investigations.
Enhanced rights for crime victims, including the right to be consulted on plea agreements and receive copies of police reports.
Strengthening forensic sciences by establishing an independent Office of Investigative Forensic Sciences and increasing funding for laboratory accreditation programs.
New grant programs to support the review of wrongful conviction cases and provide high-quality legal representation for those claiming innocence.
Implementation of strict accountability and audit provisions for grant recipients to prevent waste and abuse of public funds.
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Print number: 117_S_5033
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Patrick Leahy and Orrin G. Hatch Justice For All Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5033.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved tracking of rape kits and elimination of DNA analysis backlogs, speeding up investigations.
  • Enhanced rights for crime victims, including the right to be consulted on plea agreements and receive copies of police reports.
  • Strengthening forensic sciences by establishing an independent Office of Investigative Forensic Sciences and increasing funding for laboratory accreditation programs.
  • New grant programs to support the review of wrongful conviction cases and provide high-quality legal representation for those claiming innocence.
  • Implementation of strict accountability and audit provisions for grant recipients to prevent waste and abuse of public funds.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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