22-2309. Prosecution of crimes related to domestic violence; written policies adopted by prosecuting attorneys; contents.

22-2309

Chapter 22.--CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
KANSAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Article 23.--PRELIMINARY PROCEEDINGS

      22-2309.   Prosecution of crimes related to domestic violence; writtenpolicies adopted by prosecuting attorneys; contents.On and after January 1, 1997, all prosecuting attorneys, asdefined in K.S.A. 22-2202, and amendments thereto, if such prosecuting attorneyprosecutes crimes relating to domestic violence, shall adopt and put intoeffectwritten policies regarding the prosecution of crimes related to domesticviolence. Such written policies shall include, but not be limited to, theeffective prosecution of such crimes and the protection and safety of victimsand such victim's children from domestic violence.

      History:   L. 1996, ch. 208, § 1; July 1.