It's National Crime Victims' Rights Week — a time to honor the strength of victims and survivors of crime. We also want to recognize our compassionate #WPD Victim Advocates who ensure victims of crimes have access to resources and support throughout the justice process.
Victims of crimes have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.
You have the right to be free from intimidation, harassment or abuse.
The Victims’ Rights Act ensures you have the right to be informed of community resources and crime victims’ compensation.
As a victim, you are entitled to a free copy of the initial incident report.
You have the right to be informed of and present for all critical stages of the criminal justice process.
You have the right to complete a victim impact statement and address the court at sentencing.
When you opt in, you have the right to be notified of the defendant’s probation modification, revocation or resentencing.
Victims of crimes have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.
You have the right to be free from intimidation, harassment or abuse.
The Victims’ Rights Act ensures you have the right to be informed of community resources and crime victims’ compensation.
As a victim, you are entitled to a free copy of the initial incident report.
You have the right to be informed of and present for all critical stages of the criminal justice process.
You have the right to complete a victim impact statement and address the court at sentencing.
When you opt in, you have the right to be notified of the defendant’s probation modification, revocation or resentencing.