CIK (93-106) VICTIMS Flashcards
93) Victim Impact Statements are required:
a) In every case involving an identifiable victim.
b) In some cases when the judge requests the victim’s views are to read to the court.
c) In most cases where there is an identifiable victim and others affected by the offence.
c) In most cases where there is an identifiable victim and others affected by the offence.
94) Police are responsible for informing a victim of a section 29 sexual offence that:
a) Their court case could be arduous because intent is difficult to prove in any sexual offence
b) They have rights in legislation that protect their privacy throughout court proceedings and reporting
c) To ensure their anonymity, their name will not be revealed in any documents to the court
b) They have rights in legislation that protect their privacy throughout court proceedings and reporting
95) What are the Police responsibilities to the victim when a section 29 suspect is released on bail?
a) Police must advise the victim support agency working with the victim that the suspect was bailed by the court
b) Police must inform the suspect if the victim has opposed bail and the conditions sought by the victim
c) Police must advise all victims, as soon as practicable, of the outcome and conditions of any bail application
c) Police must advise all victims, as soon as practicable, of the outcome and conditions of any bail application
96) When and why is a CSV1 required?
a) When there is a victim who will require an interpreter in court because their spoken English is not easily understood
b) When there is a victim and the matter will proceed to District Court (or above) because the victim is entitled to specific services at the court
c) When there is a victim but the Police officer who spoke with them will be unable to attend the court to support the victim
b) When there is a victim and the matter will proceed to District Court (or above) because the victim is entitled to specific services at the court
97) Victims Rights Act 2002 Section 29 offences are defined as:
a) Serious assault resulting in injury, death or a person being rendered incapable (including road accidents) where the victim is entitled to specialist support
b) Sexual or serious assault resulting in injury, death or being rendered incapable or leading to the victim having fears for their safety or the safety of the family
c) Sexual and or physical, emotional violence offences against another person in a relationship as defined by the New Zealand Police Domestic Violence Policy
b) Sexual or serious assault resulting in injury, death or being rendered incapable or leading to the victim having fears for their safety or the safety of the family
98) The purpose of the victim notification register (VNR) is to:
a) Ensure follow up support is provided for all victims of s29 sexual offences
b) Ensure the victim is notified about the offender’s status and location, so that the victim’s safety can be managed
c) Ensure accountability for all agencies dealing with the victims throughout the judicial process
b) Ensure the victim is notified about the offender’s status and location, so that the victim’s safety can be managed
99) Who is responsible for ascertaining the victim’s views on bail of a person accused of a Section 29 offence?
a) Police must ascertain the victim’s views and ensure the court is informed of those views
b) Victim Support or another reputable support agency usually presents the victim’s views to the court
c) The court will more than likely question the victim to ascertain their view about bail
a) Police must ascertain the victim’s views and ensure the court is informed of those views
100) When must a victim of a Section 29 offence be advised of their right to be on the Victim Notification System (VNR)?
a) At first contact with the victim of a Section 29 offence
b) Following the offender’s conviction and sentencing
c) At the time of the offenders arrest (if practicable)
a) At first contact with the victim of a Section 29 offence
101) Police are obliged to inform victim of:
a) How and when to complete a Victim Impact Statement
b) Investigative progress and any impending charges or arrests
c) The process for restorative justice and whom to contact
b) Investigative progress and any impending charges or arrests
102) One of the principles laid down in the Victim Rights Act 2002 guides access to services for victims. In this respect Police must inform that:
a) That they are entitled to access to welfare, health, medical or legal services
b) That police will provide legal and welfare support they require
c) That their on-going needs as a victim will be met free of charge
a) That they are entitled to access to welfare, health, medical or legal services
103) One of the principles laid down in the Victims Rights Act 2002 guides the treatment of victims. In this respect Police are obliged to/:
a) Tell the victim that Police will do everything they can to help the victim achieve justice.
b) Treat all victims in a manner which is courteous, compassionate and respectful.
c) Ensure a Victim gets the assistance of a person from their local Victim Support agency.
b) Treat all victims in a manner which is courteous, compassionate and respectful.
104) In relation to opposing bail for a person charged with a Section 29 offence Police must:
a) Ascertain the victim’s views and agree on acceptable conditions for the suspect’s bail.
b) Tell the victim that the Police will oppose bail because the suspect should remain in custody.
c) Make all reasonable efforts to ensure that the court is informed of the victim’s views on bail.
c) Make all reasonable efforts to ensure that the court is informed of the victim’s views on bail.
105) The purpose of a victim Impact statement is to:
a) allow the court to hear and consider the victim’s views on sentencing
b) allow the court to consider the effects of the crime on the victim
c) record the victim’s own words about what happened
b) allow the court to consider the effects of the crime on the victim
106) Who is responsible for ensuring a victim of a section 29 offence is given the POL 1065 and sufficient information and assistance to complete it?
a) Responsibility rests with Victim Support/Women’s Refuge who are trained to assist s29 victims.
b) Responsibility rests with Victim Support/Women’s Refuge who are trained to assist s29 victims.
c) Responsibility rests with the O/C case who arrests and charges the offender with the s29 victims.
c) Responsibility rests with the O/C case who arrests and charges the offender with the s29 victims.
