MISSOURI CRIME VICTIM RIGHTS

These rights are automatically afforded to all victims of dangerous felony crimes under §556.061, sexual offenses under Chapter 566, human trafficking under Chapter 566 or domestic assault crimes under §565.072 to §565.076. If you have been a victim of another type of crime, we will work with you to make sure you are informed and supported through the stages of prosecution.

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YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

  1. Receive information about the crime and decision regarding the filing of charges.

2. Be informed about Crime Victim Compensation, receive claim forms and apply for compensation: be   informed about financial, emergency and crisis intervention services in your community.

3. Be present and heard at all criminal justice proceedings at which the defendant has such a right.

4. Confer with the prosecutor and be informed in a timely manner of court dates, continuances, and final outcomes of all court hearings.

5. Be provided with a secure waiting area during court proceedings

6. Reasonable protection from harm and/or threats.

7. Participate in criminal justice proceedings without being discharged or disciplined by an employer.

8. Be informed of procedures to apply for and receive any witness fees.

9. Have property returned once there is a final outcome of a case, and to have a reasonable explanation if it cannot be returned.

10. Appear at sentencing and make an oral and/or written statement.

11. Be notified if the defendant escapes, is released or dies.

12. Be informed about restitution and to ask the defendant to pay restitution.