Rights Available Upon Your Request
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(1)
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If you or your family are threatened by
the defendant with physical violence or intimidation, call the police, then notify
the Prosecutor’s Office immediately. The Prosecutor may ask the court to revoke the defendant’s bail and return the person to jail while awaiting trial.
(2)
If you have reason to fear that the defendant may bring acts or threats of violence against you or your family, you should notify the Prosecutor’s Office immediately. The Prosecutor may ask the court to protect you from having to disclose your address, place of employment or other
personal identification.
(3)
You have the right to ask the Prosecutor to give you notice of any court proceedings and schedule changes.
(4)
You have the right to ask the Prosecutor to consult with you about how the criminal
case is proceeding.
(5)
You have the right to ask the Prosecutor to confer with you prior to the selection of a
jury and prior to the trial of the defendant.
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(6)
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You have the right to ask the Prosecutor to give you notice of:
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(a)
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The crimes for which the defendant has been convicted.
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(b)
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Your right to make a written or verbal
statement for use in the defendant’s presentence investigation report. Your statement may include:
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(1)
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Any physical, psychological or
emotional harm you suffered.
(2)
Any economic loss or property damage you suffered.
(3)
What you feel is owed in restitution and whether you have applied for or received compensation for your loss.
(4)
What you think would be an
appropriate sentence for the crime.
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