Right to Information
You have the right to request information about:
The criminal justice system and your role as the victim;
The services and programs available to you;
The status and outcome of the investigation and legal procedures;
The date, time and location of the proceedings in relation to the offence;
Reviews relating to the offender’s conditional release and the timing and conditions of that release.
Right to Protection
You have the right:
To have your security and privacy considered by the appropriate authorities in the criminal justice system;
To have measures taken to protect you from intimidation and retaliation;
To request that your identity be withheld from the public;
To request testimonials aids when appearing as a witness in court.
Right to Participation
You have the right:
To present a victim impact statement and have it taken into consideration;
To share your views on decision that affect your rights.
Right to Restitution
You have the right:
To have the court consider making a restitution order against the offender to pay for your financial losses;
To file the restitution order as a civil court judgement if the offender fails to pay.