The cost of a forensic rape examination or other physical examination conducted for the purpose of gathering evidence in any criminal investigation and prosecution under 18 Pa.C.S. Ch. 31 (relating to sexual offenses) and the cost to provide medications prescribed to the victim therein shall not be charged to the victim. If appropriate insurance is unavailable, reimbursement may be sought pursuant to the provisions of section 477.9 of the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929.
42 Pa.C.S. § 1726.1
Forensic examination costs for sexual offenses
Known as the Judicial Code
The act spans §§ 42-101 to 42-9914 (972 sections).
(Sept. 26, 1995, 1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1056, No.20, eff. 60 days)
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