Ontario Bill 23, 1995

VICTIMS HAVE THE RIGHT TO...

• Be treated with courtesy, compassion and respect
• Be kept apprised of the investigation
• Participate in the judicial process
• Request information about services and remedies
• Know dates and places of significant proceedings
• Be notified of offender release, parole or escape
• Expect the prompt return of property
• Be interviewed by gender specific investigators in the case of sexual assault
• Make representations to the court by way of a Victim Impact Statement
• Apply for Criminal Injuries Compensation

www.crcvc.ca/docs/vicrights.pdf