If you are a crime victim in the State of Virginia, you are entitled to certain rights. These rights include:
- Protection from further harm and threats of harm
- Waiting area separate from the accused during court proceedings
- Financial Assistance
- Virginia Victim’s Fund
- Prompt return of property being held as evidence
- Restitution for damages or loss
- Notification
- Case status information
- Court dates and proceedings
- Employer intercession services
- Prisoner release notification
- Victim Input
- Victim Impact Statement preparation
- Courtroom presence during trial
- In felony cases, consultation regarding plea agreement
- Courtroom Assistance
- Confidentiality of address and telephone numbers
- Interpreter services
- Court accompaniment
- Closed preliminary hearing in limited situations
- Use of two way closed circuit television in limited situations
**If you have questions concerning these rights or you wish to assert certain rights, please contact the
Fredericksburg Victim-Witness Assistance Program at 540-993-1660.
