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A victim of violent crime shall have the right:

  • To be reasonably protected from further harm by the accused through the imposition of appropriate bail or conditions of release by the court;
  • To confer with the prosecutor;
  • To be treated with dignity, respect and fairness during all phases of the criminal and juvenile justice process;
  • To timely disposition of the case following the arrest of the accused;
  • To obtain information about, and be allowed to be present at, all criminal and juvenile proceedings where the accused has the right to be present;
  • To be heard, upon request, at sentencing before or after conviction or juvenile adjudication, and at any proceedings where the accused's release from custody is considered;
  • To restitution from the accused; and
  • To be informed, upon request, of the accused's escape or release from custody before or after conviction or juvenile adjudication.

State of Alaska Constitution, Article I, Section 24

For more information, go to the Alaska Office of Victims' Rights.

 
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