Utah Bans Polygraph Tests for Sexual Assault Survivors
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Utahs New Law Bans Polygraph Tests for Sexual Assault Survivors
Utah has passed a groundbreaking law, effective May 6th, prohibiting law enforcement and prosecutors from compelling sexual assault survivors to take polygraph tests. This move, championed by House Minority Leader Angela Romero, aims to prevent retraumatization and acknowledges the American Psychological Associations stance on the tests unreliability. The law was inspired by Andrews story, who felt dismissed after a polygraph test flagged him as deceitful in a sexual assault case. Utahs Start by Believing pledge was reaffirmed during the launch of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. While other initiatives, such as ending mandatory reporting for healthcare visits and implementing an affirmative consent law, were not passed, the polygraph law and increased funding for the states sexual assault helpline mark significant progress in supporting survivors.
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