Edly-Allen law to strengthen survivor rights in sexual assault investigations

Sexual Assault in Alberta: What the Law Says and What Survivors Should Know

Sexual assault is a serious criminal offense in Canada, and Alberta follows the same federal laws set out in the Criminal Code. While news stories often focus on arrests or court proceedings, many people are unsure about what the law actually says or what steps survivors can take after an assault. Understanding these rights can [...] The post Sexual Assault in Alberta: What the Law Says and What Survivors Should Know appeared first on Lakeland C…

Edly-Allen law to strengthen survivor rights in sexual assault investigations

SPRINGFIELD – According to the RAINN, only 310 out of every 1,000 sexual assaults are reported to police, underscoring the need to build trust and improve survivor experiences within the justice system. To address this critical issue, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen advanced a new law aimed at improving how survivors of sexual assault are supported during the criminal justice process. “Survivors of sexual assault deserve to feel safe, respected an…

Massachusetts Governor Healey signs new protections for sexual assault survivors into law

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey today held a ceremonial signing for two new laws in the FY27 Budget that strengthen protections for young people, support survivors of sexual assault and hold offenders more accountable. These include a proposal from Governor Healey to eliminate the statute of limitations for rape cases when new DNA evidence identifies a suspect, as well as a provision to close a loophole that allowed […]

Governor Healey Signs New Protections for Sexual Assault Survivors into Law