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  Victim Services - Notification

 

It is the right of the victim of a crime to be informed about the progress of a case.  The Victim Assistance Unit automatically notifies victims and survivors of victims when felony charges are filed in adult cases.

 

The Washington State

Crime Victims' Bill of Rights

 

If you are a crime victim, a survivor of a crime victim, or a witness to a crime, the State of Washington provides that reasonable efforts be made to ensure you the following rights:

  • To be informed of the final outcome of the case;

  • To be informed of changes in court dates for which you have been subpoenaed;

  • To receive protection from harm and threats of harm arising from your cooperation with law enforcement and prosecution;

  • To receive witness fees to which you are entitled;

  • To have, whenever practical, a secure waiting area  

  • To have any stolen or other personal property used as evidence returned to you as soon as possible after completion of the case;

  • To have someone intervene with your employer if necessary when you are required to be in court;

  • To have access to immediate medical assistance without unnecessary delay;

  • To be present in court during trial if you are a victim or survivor of a victim, after your testimony has been given and no further testimony is required;

  • To be informed of the date, time and location of the trial and, if requested, of the sentencing hearing in felony cases if you are the victim or survivor of the victim;

  • To present a statement in person or in writing at the sentencing hearing in felony cases if you are the victim or survivor of the victim;

  • To submit a victim impact statement to the court;

  • To have restitution ordered by the court, unless the court finds this inappropriate, in felony cases if you are the victim or survivor of a victim.

 
Victim Assistance Unit
King County Prosecutor's Office
516 3rd Avenue
Seattle, WA  98104-2312
 
Phone:  206-296-9537
FAX:  206-205-6104
 
Contact: Cammy Hendrix