Participate in Prosecution

Crime victims have the right to participate in the prosecution process. They may:

• Inform the court of the impact of the crime at the sentencing hearing.
• Inform the court of the social and economic impacts of the crime on persons and businesses operating in the community at the sentencing hearing.
• Have input in a pre-trial diversion program decision.
• Request a speedy trial.
• Bring a supportive person to the pre-trial hearing.
• Object to a plea agreement.
• Attend the plea and sentencing hearings.
• Request a probation review hearing.
• Be notified (if a victim of domestic assault, sexual assault or stalking) if a decision is made not to prosecute or if the charges are dismissed.