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Victims' Rights

What is the declaration?

Declaration of Principles - Easy Read

Declaration of Principles

Victims of Crime Act 2001

Legal Process

When you report a crime

Investigation process

Forensic procedures

Charge decisions

Bail

The decision to prosecute

The court process

Vulnerable victims & witnesses

Trial

Guilty plea and sentence

Appeals

Victim impact statement

Post sentence

Juvenile justice

Mentally impaired

Appeals

Assistance

The impact of crime

Where can I get help?

Victim-witness assistance

Children and youth

Victims with disability

Information for carers

Indigenous victims

Victims of scams & identity theft

Victims in the workplace

Victims of disasters

Safety and protection

Dealing with the media

Compensation

Offender paid restitution

State funded compensation

Claim for funeral and grief