History and Overview of Crime Victims' Rights

I recently completed a new episode of my Podcast, The Victim Assistant, Crime Victim Advocacy, on the overview of Crime Victims' Rights because I feel that there is a need for the knowledge. The Crime Victims' Rights movement really began in the 70's which aspired to improve the treatment of crime victims in the criminal justice system. This movement was in response to an imbalance where victims of crime felt that they weren't being heard or considered in the process and the process was only serving the lawyers, judges, or defendants. Throughout the years, the movement has evolved and changed the way victims can be more involved and informed in the criminal justice process. Throughout time, many significant events have occurred, Victims of Crime Act (1984), Violence Against Women Act (1994), and Justice for All Act (2004) that have revolutionized a more inclusive response to victims of crime. These advances have created a greater protection to victims of crime and their families and victims are informed of their options and resources that are available to assist them during the criminal justice process. Victims' Rights depends on the law of the jurisdiction where the crime is investigated and prosecuted. The resources below can assist you with the information for your state.

Victims' Rights https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/get-help-bulletins-for-crime-victims/victims%27-rights

VictimLaw https://victimlaw.org/victimlaw/

Victims' Rights Law by state https://law.lclark.edu/live/news/23544-victims-rights-law-by-state

I hope that this information is helpful to you and can assist you in the process. Remember to follow me on my twitter page @victimadvocate1 and listen to my Podcast The Victim Assistant, Crime Victim Advocacy available on iTunes and Stitcher.

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