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Victims of Crime, Have Rights Too?
The chances are good that the person sitting next to you may have been a victim of a crime. When most people think of victims of crimes, they think of violent crimes such as, rape, assault, robbery and murder. But the chances are throughout the course of a day you have encountered a person who has been a victim of a crime that is not physical in nature.Not all crimes are crimes of violence. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), identity theft and financial schemes victimize millions of Americans each year. Millions of hard-earned dollars and life savings of victims line the pockets of scammers, who have no regard for their victims or the damage they've done to their lives. Because, far too many consumers become victims of get-rich-quick schemes, foreign lotteries, telemarketing fraud, Internet scams and identity theft every day.According to the Better Business Bureau, in a given year, 10 million Americans became victims of identity theft, with a staggering loss of over $50 Billion. Insurance frauds cost the average family $400-$700 per year in higher insurance premiums. And fraudsters in the multibillion dollar telemarketing industry target older Americans, with an estimated loss of over $500 million.Victims often feel helpless in the aftermath of a crime. They feel alone and isolated by the crime and many are financially devastated. If you or someone you know does become a victim of a financial crime or any other type of crime, there are countless professionals and volunteers who stand ready to help cope with the consequences of the crime, to offer support, and to provide guidance that can help victims better understand their options.The good news is that there are laws ready to protect victims. The National Center for Victims of Crime and The Federal Crime Victims' Bill of Rights was created to give victims a proper place in the criminal justice system, ensure they have the opportunity to be heard and provide assistance to further their recovery process. Most states also have victims' rights laws for cases handled in the local criminal justice system.Additional resources:Crime Victim & Witness RightsCrime Victims' Bill of RightsNational Victim's Constitutional Amendment PassageThis article is a guideline and, as laws vary from state to state, it is not intended to be an all inclusive discussion of the law applicable to any action in your state. Please consult with a legal professional when appropriate.[video=]
Fixed punishment for each type of crime?
fixed punishment for each type of crime
What problems do police correctional agencies and criminal courts have when interacting with each other?
Police correctional agencies and criminal courts generally have few problems when interacting with each other, if any at all. These two systems work together to try criminals and seek fair justice for victims of crime.
How many silly bands are people buying?
Millions and millions each day
How many victims contract athletes foot each year?
Your mom+me=you ;)
Can you be charged for the same crime in Indiana and Illinois?
If you committed the same offense, seperately, in each state, you can be charged with each separate crime. You cannot be tried in IL for a crime committed in IN, and conversely, you cannot be tried in IN for a crime committed in IL.
Do victims always know their stalker?
According to the Department of Justice seven of ten (70%) of stalkers and victims knew each other in some capacity.
How much does Taylor Lautner earn each movie he does overall?
like millions and millions of dollars
What is the critiera for a crime?
Each crime has a list of elements. The prosecutor must prove each of these factors to the judge or jury beyond a reasonable doubt.
What did fossils teach us about whales?
There are millions of sperm in each man's ejaculate. There are millions of millions if not at least 10 sperm per ejaculation.
How many animals are victims of cruetly each year?
Over 1 million
How many people get stalked each year?
It is difficult to provide an exact number of people who are stalked each year, as stalking is often underreported. However, studies estimate that millions of people in the United States are stalked annually. It is important to note that stalking is a serious and pervasive issue that can have lasting effects on victims.
