Implementation Stage

Recognition of Legislative Limitations

Recognizing the importance of holding offenders accountable, BPI members identified gaps in the state's statutes concerning victims with disabilities. BPI seeks to create new laws; strengthen existing policies, regulations, and statutes; and support legislative changes that will enhance penalties for those who commit crimes against persons with disabilities and that will affect other issues related to the initiative's efforts.

Foreword

Prevalence of Abuse

Risk Factors for Abuse

Challenges Victims Face

Reporting Requirements and Systemic Barriers

Investigations Advisory Panel

Implementation Committee

Formation of a Steering Committee

Creation of a Memorandum of Understanding

Implementation of Training Curricula

Recognition of Legislative Limitations

Development of a Public Awareness Campaign

Summary

Delaware

Ohio

Oregon

Level of Interest

Steering Committee

Memorandum of Understanding

Training

Evaluation

Summary

Conclusion

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