2019 House Bill 5106

Revise expert testimony rules in domestic violence cases

Introduced in the House

Oct. 15, 2019

Introduced by Rep. Andrea Schroeder (R-43)

To permit the use of expert testimony in a domestic violence criminal case on questions of partner battering and its effects, including the nature and effect of physical, emotional, or mental abuse on the beliefs, perceptions, or behavior of victims, if the proponent establishes its relevancy and the proper qualifications of the expert witness.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary