The Rights of Victims (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What is the primary legislation protecting victims' rights in Victoria?
What is the primary legislation protecting victims' rights in Victoria?
Victims' Charter Act 2006 (Vic)
What is secondary victimisation?
What is secondary victimisation?
Additional trauma from justice system
When are family members considered victims under the Victims' Charter?
When are family members considered victims under the Victims' Charter?
If someone died from a criminal offence
Can victims take civil legal action if the Victims' Charter principles are breached?
Can victims take civil legal action if the Victims' Charter principles are breached?
No, breaches are not enforceable
Which offences qualify witnesses for alternative arrangements when giving evidence?
Which offences qualify witnesses for alternative arrangements when giving evidence?
Sexual offences and family violence
What is one type of alternative arrangement available for witnesses giving evidence?
What is one type of alternative arrangement available for witnesses giving evidence?
Closed-circuit television from remote site
When must courts direct the use of CCTV for witnesses?
When must courts direct the use of CCTV for witnesses?
For complainants in sexual/FV offences
What information must victims receive once prosecution commences?
What information must victims receive once prosecution commences?
Details of offences charged or reasons
When can investigatory agencies withhold progress information from victims?
When can investigatory agencies withhold progress information from victims?
If it may put investigation at risk
How much advance notice of parole release must victims on the Register receive?
How much advance notice of parole release must victims on the Register receive?
At least 14 days before release