Victims Flashcards
Victim Includes….
A person against whom a offence is committed
A person who, by means of an offence suffers physical injury or loss of property
A parent or legal guardian of a child victim
A member of immediate family of a person who dies or is incapable as a result of an offence
Immediate Family Include….
Member of immediate family or other culturally recognised family group, includes person who’s relationship with the victim at the time is close - spouse step family grandfather etc.
Victims Rights Act 2002
Section 7
Courtesy and Compession
Officers must show victims courtesy, compassion and respect for their personal dignity and privacy
Police Must Always Refer To Victim Support When….
The incident is serious
The victims are significantly affected by the incident
The victims are likely to be involved with the justice system for an extended period
Victim Rights Act 2002
Section 8
Access to
Victims and their families should have access to welfare, health, counselling, medical and legal assistance as required
Victim Rights Act 2002
Section 11
Inform them
Victims should be informed at the earliest opportunity of the programmes, services and remedies available to them
Victims Rights Act 2002
Section 12
Advise them PADRO Prosecuting authority must advise victims: Progress of investigation Action taken in terms of charges laid Date and place of proceedings Role of victim as witness Outcome of proceedings
Victims Rights Act 2002
Section 51
Give it to my mum
A person’s property (other than defendant’s property) held for evidential purposes must be returned as soon as practicable when no longer required
Victim Rights Act 2002
Section 79
Needs my mates at the time
When any witness is giving evidence they are entitled to have a support person near them
Purpose of POL1060
To ensure that police staff meet the requirements of the victims rights act 2002. A copy must be attached to every file where a victim is involved
The Golden Rule
Treat victims as you would expect to be treated yourself
Common Emotional Reactions During Impact Stage of Victimisation
Numbness Disorientation Immobilisation Feelings of unreality Childlike dependence
Common Emotional Reactions During Recoil Stage of Victimisation
Anger/rage Fear/terror Frustration Confusion Guilt Violated Mood swings
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
A psychological disorder in which the victim repeatedly re-experiences the events surrounding the offence. Symptoms include: Disturbed sleep Memory problems Flashbacks Guilt
