Victims Rights Act 2002 Flashcards
1
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Section 7
A
Treat the victim with courtesy and compassion and respect the victim’s dignity and privacy
2
Q
Section 8
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Access to services that are responsive to their needs
3
Q
Section 11
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Information about programmes, remedies and services
4
Q
Section 12
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Updated of the proceedings
5
Q
Section 17
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Ascertaining information from the victim (VIS)
6
Q
Section 29
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Victims of a specified offence
7
Q
What are the specified offences under Section 29
A
Part 7 of Crimes Act (major sexual offences), serious assault where there were serious injuries/death/left them incapable. Ongoing fears. Right to register to the VNR.
