CRIME VICTIM'S RIGHTS


 

A crime victim has the following rights:

The right to be treated with fairness and with respect for
the victim's dignity and privacy and informed of a victim's constitutional rights.

The right to be reasonably informed when the accused
or convicted person is arrested, released from custody, or escaped.

The right to be informed of and present at all criminal proceeding which are dispositive of the charges
where the defendant has the right to be present.

The right to be allowed to submit either a written or oral statement at all hearings affecting bond or bail.

The right to be reasonably protected from the accused or
persons on his behalf throughout the criminal justice proceedings.

The right to confer with the prosecution, after the crime against the victim has been charged,
before the trial or before any disposition and informed of the disposition.

The right to have reasonable access after the conclusion of the criminal investigation
to all documents relating to the crime against the victim before trial.

The right to receive prompt and full restitution from the convicted person or persons.

The right to be informed of any proceeding when any post-conviction action or hearing and be present at any hearing.

The right to a reasonable disposition and prompt and final conclusion of the case.

 

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