Victim's Bill of Rights

• Victims and witnesses have a right to be treated with dignity and compassion.
  
• Victims and witnesses have a right to protections from intimidation and harm.
  
• Victims and witnesses have a right to be informed about the criminal justice process.
  
• Victims have a right to be represented.
  
• Victims have a right to preservation of property and employment.
  
• Victims have a right to attend criminal court proceedings.
  
• Victims have a right to apply for compensation through the Ohio Court of Claims, where applicable.
  
• Victims have a right to timely notice of judicial proceedings, postponements and final case disposition.