Crime Victims Bill of Rights

Crime Victims Bill of Rights
N.J.S. 52:4B-36

To be treated with dignity and compassion by the criminal justice system;
To be informed about the criminal justice process;
To be free from intimidation;
To have inconveniences associated with participation in the criminal justice process minimized to the fullest extent possible;
To make at least one telephone call provided the call is reasonable in both length and location called;
To medical assistance if, in the judgment of the law enforcement agency, medical assistance appears necessary;
To be notified if presence in court is not needed;
To be informed about available remedies, financial assistance and social services;
To be compensated for their loss whenever possible;
To be provided a secure, but not necessarily separate, waiting area during court proceedings;
To be advised of case progress and final disposition;
To the prompt return of property when no longer needed as evidence;
To submit a written statement about the impact of the crime to a representative of the county prosecutor’s office which shall be considered prior to the prosecutor’s decision concerning whether formal criminal charges will be filed; and
To make, prior to sentencing, an in-person statement directly to the sentencing court concerning the impact of the crime.