Section 35-38-7-16 - Notice to victims and third parties(a) The prosecuting attorney may provide notification under the procedures of IC 35-40-12 when:(1) the petitioner first files a petition for DNA testing and analysis under this chapter; and(2) the prosecuting attorney knows the name and address of the victim. If the court grants a petition for DNA testing and analysis, the prosecuting attorney shall provide notification if the name and address of the victim are known. A victim shall be notified of the results of the DNA testing and analysis.
(b) The name and address of a victim are confidential for purposes of this chapter.(c) Notification of third parties regarding a court order to provide elimination samples shall be through the prosecuting attorney.(d) If a petitioner is exonerated by DNA testing and analysis, the victim shall be notified before the petitioner's release.As added by P.L. 49-2001, SEC.2.