Can a victim submit a victim impact statement?

A victim may submit a Victim Impact Statement, a written statement as to the effects of the crime, and his/her feelings about the crime, to the probation officer. This statement will be included in the pre-sentence report prepared for the judge prior to sentencing.

What are the rights of a victim of a crime?

Forty years ago, victims had few legal rights within the criminal justice system. Victims did not have to be notified of court proceedings or of the arrest or release of the person who committed the crime.

When is attempting to dissuade a victim a crime?

Attempting to dissuade a victim or any witness from testifying or appearing in court is a crime, even when there is no use of force or threat of force. In California, the Penal Code section for this crime is PC136.1.

Who is the Victim Witness Coordinator or advocate?

Victim Witness Coordinator / Advocate: the person (s) in the United States Attorneys’ offices who will assist you in your journey through the criminal justice system. Witness: a person who has information or evidence concerning a crime and provides information regarding his/her knowledge to a law enforcement agency.

When does a victim have a right to know?

One of the concerns that a victim may have is a need to know where the person under supervision is currently living. If they move out of state, the victim has a right to know about this change in status as well as any violations of release that are committed in the other state. When an Interstate Compact request is made, and when it is granted

What kind of privilege does victim advocate have?

STATE ABSOLUTE PRIVILEGE ABSOLUTE DILUTED PRIVILEGE QUALIFIED PRIVILEGE ALABAMA X ALASKAX ARIZONAX ARKANSAS CALIFORNIAX COLORADOX CONNECTICUTX DELAWARE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA X many exceptions FLORIDAX

Is the victim advocate confidentiality statute up to date?

The dates on the citation of the statutes indicate they are up- to-date as of the year listed. For further assistance, consult the National District Attorneys Association’s National enter for Prosecution of Violence Against Women at 703.549.9222, or via the free online prosecution assistance service http://www.ndaa.org/ta_form.php

What should you do if you are a victim of a crime?

To keep the victim safe, they need to be reminded to call the police at the time, and to ask for a report after the incident (to force them to take it seriously). Encourage the victims to demand protection.”