Priority Victims / Witnesses Flashcards
Who is considered a priority victim?
Victims of the most serious offences Persistently targeted Vulnerable Intimidated Anyone else as deemed necessary
What are priority victims entitled to?
Be notified on updates with the case within 1 working day
What are some examples of specific measures for priority victims?
Screens in the court room
Video evidence away from court
Evidence in private
Removal of wigs and gowns
Pre-recorded evidence
What is a vulnerable victim under S16 Youth and Justice Criminal Evidence Act 1999?
Anyone under 18 at the time of the offence
People with a mental disorder
People with a significant impairment
People with a physical disability or disorder
What is an intimidated victim under S17 Youth and Justice Criminal Evidence Act 1999?
Victims of sexual assault
Victims of human trafficking
Witnesses to gun or knife crime
Victims who may be intimidated by the accused or the family of the accused
How can we assess vulnerability?
Appearance Behaviour Communication & capacity Danger Environment
Under the vulnerability assessment framework, how many areas would trigger cause for a Merlin report?
3 out of 5
