15 / 7 / 2025
Victim Impact Statements
Victim impact statements (VIS) are a crucial component of the Australian criminal justice system, providing victims of crime with a platform to articulate the personal consequences of an offence. These statements, typically presented during sentencing hearings, allow victims to describe the physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and social effects of the crime on their lives. By doing so, they offer an important perspective for the proceedings, ensuring that the court is fully informed of the broader ramifications of an offender’s actions.
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