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Services
If you’ve been the victim of a crime, we have a range of services to help you deal with its impact.
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Support Services |
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Crisis intervention |
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Reassurance and support |
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Exploration of options to resolve problems created by the crime |
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Information on victim rights |
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Referrals to other sources of help |
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Assistance with protective orders |
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Court Related Services |
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Information about criminal justice system |
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Support in court or other legal proceedings |
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Updates about case status |
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Notification of court proceedings |
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Victim impact statements |
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Financial Services |
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Completion of reparation forms |
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Assistance with court ordered restitution |
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Release of property held as evidence |
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As a crime victim, you have the following rights: |
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The right to be treated with fairness and with respect |
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The right to be reasonably protected from the accused offender |
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The right to be notified of court proceedings |
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The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the offense, unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at the trial |
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The right to confer with an attorney |
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The right to restitution |
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The right to information about the conviction, sentencing, imprisonment and release of the offender |
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You should also remember the following: |
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Tampering with a witness is against the law |
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Witnesses do not have to state their addresses in court |
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Victims have the right to a secure waiting area during court |
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Employers may not discipline or dismiss victims or witnesses who are called to testify |
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You have the right to request a convicted sex offender be tested for HIV |
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