§ 17-5-72 - Right to free forensic medical examination
O.C.G.A. 17-5-72 (2010)
17-5-72. Right to free forensic medical examination
A victim shall have the right to have a forensic medical examination regardless of whether the victim participates in the criminal justice system or cooperates with law enforcement in pursuing prosecution of the underlying crime. A victim shall not be required to pay, directly or indirectly, for the cost of a forensic medical examination. The cost of a forensic medical examination shall be paid for by the investigating law enforcement agency.