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- Victims and Witnesses of Crime and Violence
Ministry of Justice
Witnesses
Adult Witness
The Victims of Crime Act of B.C. ensures that victims have the right to information on the Justice system, victim services and related legislation. A victim service worker can assist you with a Victim Impact Statement, an application for Crime Victim Assistance, or accompaniment to Crown meetings and court dates.
Suggested Reading
- Your Voice in Criminal Court: Court Information for Adult Witnesses
Video that helps introduce adult witnesses to Provincial Court by offering general discussion point on a variety of court-related topics. This video can be viewed online on the Justice Education Society website. - Your Voice in Criminal Court: Court Information for Adult Witnesses
- Your Voice in Criminal Court: A Guide to Court Orientation for Adult Witnesses
- Help Starts Here – Information on Improving the Experience of Victims and Witnesses in Court
See also, Court Orientation, Preparation and Accompaniment page on this website.
Child Witness
Children of all ages are called to testify in court. Victim Service Workers can provide child witnesses assistance and support during the court process to help them deal with any apprehensions they have about testifying.
Suggested Reading
- Let's Go to Court: A Guide to Court Orientation for Child and Youth Witnesses
- Help Starts Here – Information on Making it Easier for Young Victims and Witnesses to Testify
See also, Court Orientation, Preparation and Accompaniment page on this website.
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