Victims' Code
The Victims' Code of Practice sets out the minimum services victims can expect to receive from the Criminal Justice System.
* a right to information about the crime they experienced within specified time scales
* the right to be told about any arrests and court cases;
* a dedicated Family Liaison Police Officer to be assigned to bereaved relatives;
* clear information from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority on whether victims will be able to claim for compensation under the scheme;
* all victims to be told about Victim Support and referred to them unless they specifically opt out;
* an enhanced service in the cases of vulnerable and intimidated witnesses;
* flexibility with regard to opting in or out of receiving services to ensure victims receive the level of support they want.
* the right to appeal should victims feel that any of the Criminal Justice agencies have not delivered their obligations under the Victims' Code.
You can read a full copy of the Victims Code by following this link