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The effects of crime
Types of crime
How to report a crime
Reasons to report a crime
If I am not ready to report the crime yet
Keeping safe
Service standards you can expect
Get help
About the investigation
Making a statement
Collecting evidence
Getting information about the investigation
Laying charges
Summary and indictable offences
Bail and remand
Getting information about your court case
Summons and subpoenas
Types of courts
Getting ready for court
Giving evidence
Victim Impact Statements
The court's decision
Financial assistance and compensation for victims of crime
Applying for financial assistance from VOCAT
Child and Youth Witness Service
Victims Legal Service
Appeals
While the offender is in prison
Parole
Post sentence scheme
Victims Register – offender information
A Victim Impact Statement is a way for a victim to tell the court how a crime has affected them.
You can learn more about:
The Victims of Crime Helpline can organise someone to help you prepare your Victim Impact Statement.
Call us on 1800 819 817.
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Victims of Crime Helpline | Call1800 819 817 | Text 0427 767 891 |