Author Question: In most states that have victims' rights, there are five rights common to those states. What are ... (Read 206 times)

notis · **on:** Aug 13, 2018

In most states that have victims' rights, there are five rights common to those states. What are they? Discuss how this has affected sentencing hearings.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

_________________ is the view that behaviors harmful to other people and society in general must be controlled.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

catron30 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 13, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Victims have the following rights during sentencing in most state courts: (1) the right
to be treated with dignity and compassion, (2) the right to protection from intimidation
and further harm, (3) the right to receive compensation for damages, (4) the right to
equal treatment in court, and (5) the right to have their property returned promptly, if
found by the police. This has affected sentencing hearings by providing time at the
hearings for the victims to speak and have input in the judge's decision.

Answer to Question 2

Social harm