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  • The Crime 

    The Crime

    • The effects of crime

      The effects of crime

      This page explains some of the emotional and physical effects of experiencing a crime, and how to get support.

    • Get help

      Get help

      The Victorian Government’s Victims of Crime Helpline offers information, advice and support for you and your family.

    • Types of crime

      Types of crime

      There are many different types of crime. This website focuses on crimes against the person, such as violent attacks, robberies, family violence and sexual assault.

    • Reasons to report a crime

      Reasons to report a crime

      You may be worried about telling someone what happened, but there are good reasons for making a police report.

    • How to report a crime

      How to report a crime

      There are a number of ways to report a crime. If you feel uncomfortable, ask a friend or family member to be with you for support or contact the Victims of Crime Helpline on 1800 819 817 to talk about your options.

    • Keeping safe

      Keeping safe

      As a victim of crime, your safety is important and there are things that can be done to help improve it.

    • Service standards you can expect

      Service standards you can expect

      You can expect to be treated with courtesy, respect and dignity by the police, the Office of Public Prosecutions and victim support services at all times.

    • Words and meanings

      Words and meanings

      This page explains some of the common words used in the criminal justice system.

  • Police Investigation 

    Police Investigation

    • The investigation

      The investigation

      After a crime is reported to police, there is a police investigation.

    • Making a statement

      Making a statement

      If you are the victim or witness of a crime, the police will ask you to make a detailed statement about what happened.

    • Collecting evidence

      Collecting evidence

      The police collect all the evidence they will need to take to court.

    • Getting information about the investigation

      Getting information about the investigation

      The law in Victoria says that the police must keep you informed about how the investigation of your case is going.

  • Charges Laid 

    Charges Laid

    • Types of offences

      Types of offences

      Criminal offences in Victoria are divided into two types - summary offences and indictable offences.  

    • Laying charges

      Laying charges

      If the alleged offender is charged, the case will go to court.

    • Bail

      Bail

      If you're worried that the accused person may threaten or harm you or your family if they are released on bail, talk to the police investigator as soon as possible.

    • Alternatives to court

      Alternatives to court

      There can be different reasons why a case doesn’t go to court.

  • Going to Court 

    Going to Court

    • Getting information about your court case

      Getting information about your court case

      You can follow the progress of a case by contacting the police, or by contacting the court directly.

    • Summons and subpoenas

      Summons and subpoenas

      As a victim of crime, you may be called upon to be a witness in court.

    • Types of courts

      Types of courts

      The court the case will go to depends on the type of crime that was committed and the age of the accused person. 

    • Getting ready for court

      Getting ready for court

      If the case goes to court and you are required as a witness, you need to get ready for court.

    • Giving evidence

      Giving evidence

      What to do when you have to give evidence at court.

    • Victim Impact Statements

      Victim Impact Statements

      Your Victim Impact Statement is one of the things the judge or magistrate thinks about when they decide what penalty to give the offender.

    • The court's decision

      The court's decision

      If the accused person pleads guilty or is found guilty at court, the judge or magistrate must think about what penalty should be given.

    • Compensation and financial assistance

      Compensation and financial assistance

      If your financial situation has changed because of a crime, you may be entitled to financial assistance to help with the expenses you have.

    • Child Witness Service

      Child Witness Service

      A specialist service that provides court education and support for children who give evidence at court. 

    • Compensation from the offender

      Compensation from the offender

      If the accused person is found guilty of the crime committed against you, you may be able to claim compensation from them.

  • After Court 

    After Court

    • Appeals

      Appeals

      The offender may make an appeal against being found guilty or against the penalty.

    • The Victims Register

      The Victims Register

      The Victims Register can give you information about the offender who was sent to prison for a violent crime.

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The Victims Charter - Greek
The Victims Charter - Greek
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-greek
The Victims Charter - Pashto
The Victims Charter - Pashto
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-pashto
The Victims Charter - Chin
The Victims Charter - Chin
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-chin
The Victims Charter - Dari
The Victims Charter - Dari
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-dari
The Victims Charter - Japanese
The Victims Charter - Japanese
This fact sheet provides the Japanese translation of the 12 Victims' Charter principles.

Victims of crime can expect to be treated with courtesy, respect and dignity by the police, the Office of Public Prosecutions and victim support services at all times.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-japanese
The Victims Charter - Somali
The Victims Charter - Somali
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-somali
The Victims Charter - Tagalog
The Victims Charter - Tagalog
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-tagalog
The Victims Charter - Tamil
The Victims Charter - Tamil
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-tamil
The Victims Charter - Turkish
The Victims Charter - Turkish
This fact sheet provides the Turkish translation of the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
Victims of crime can expect to be treated with courtesy, respect and dignity by the police, the Office of Public Prosecutions and victim support services at all times.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-turkish
The Victims Charter - Swahili
The Victims Charter - Swahili
This fact sheet provides the 12 Victims' Charter principles.
http://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-victims-charter-swahili

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