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Only you know how a crime has affected you.
Anyone who is a victim of a reported crime can complete a
Victim Impact Statement.
What is a Victim Impact Statement?
A Victim Impact Statement is your opportunity to tell the
court how a crime has affected you and those around you. You write your statement in your
own words. If the person accused is found guilty of the crime, the judge will read your
statement when the person is sentenced. You may also read the statement out loud in court
if you want to.
You do not have to prepare a Victim Impact Statement but
you can if you want to.
How do I give a Victim Impact Statement?
If you want the court to know how a crime has affected you,
you must describe the impact in your own words on a Victim Impact Statement form.
Where can I get a Victim Impact Statement form?
Contact your nearest police or Victims Services Office.
When should I write my statement?
You may write your statement at any time, but please
remember that it must get to the judge before the person found guilty of the crime is
sentenced.
For criminal justice system personnel in
Saskatchewan:
Download the
Victim Impact Statement
Program Guidelines Manual.
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