Seven Points Of Improvement In The Sexual Violence Bill
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"The companion must also meet the requirements, both (in terms of) competence, (as in they must) have participated in (relevant) training, and (they must be) of the same sex or gender as the victim," she elaborated.
The fifth item pertains to the examination of witnesses or victims. Some regulations include the reading of police investigation reports should the witness or victim be unable to attend the trial for reasons such as health, security, and safety, among others.
The sixth item is related to the rights of victims, their families, and witnesses. The regulation set in the Law on the Protection of Witnesses and Victims will remain in effect, unless stated otherwise by the Sexual Violence Crime Bill.
"The rights given to victims are the right to treatment, protection, and recovery, of which the procedures are regulated by government regulations," Iskandar said.
Lastly, the law brings up the implementation of integrated services for women and children, which are under the purview of central and regional governments. (ant)