What
does the Victim-Witness Program do?
We provide
information, referrals and assistance to victims of crime and
witnesses of crime in criminal proceedings with the goal of involving
victims in the system. This includes victim support services such as
orientation to the criminal justice system, assistance and moral
support during court proceedings, providing transportation to court
when necessary, encouraging employer and family support, and referral
to intervention, criminal justice advocacy and public education. We
promote confidence in the criminal justice system.
CRIME
VICTIMS' BILL OF RIGHTS
A crime victim has
the following rights:
To be treated with
fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy.
To be reasonably
protected from the accused offender.
To be notified of
court proceedings.
To be present at
all public court proceedings related to the offense, unless victim's
testimony would be materially affected.
To confer with an
attorney for the Government in the case.
To restitution.
To information
about the conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of the
offender.
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