Witness Security Reform Act

The Witness Security Reform Act enhances protections for witnesses who cooperate with law enforcement, aiming to improve their safety and effectiveness in criminal cases. It updates and clarifies programs like the Witness Security Program (or "witness protection") by setting standards for threat assessment, security measures, and support services. The law emphasizes proper management of confidential information, addresses vulnerabilities, and ensures resources are available for witness relocation, especially in complex or high-risk cases. Overall, it seeks to strengthen the legal framework to better safeguard witnesses, encouraging cooperation and helping to combat organized crime and other serious offenses.