The experience of a trial
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The experience of a trial can be particularly challenging for crime victims. In one (1) page discuss what are the pros and cons of notifying victims of progress made in their offender’s case? Why might laws regarding victim notification have developed in the first place? What harms may come from failing to notify victims of any updates on their offender’s case?
Victim notification laws were designed so that crime victims would not be excluded from having influence over proceedings related to an offense committed against them; thus allowing victims more control over ensuring accountability from offenders who caused harm towards them without disregarding due process requirements under law enforcement procedures. By informing victims throughout various stages within criminal proceedings such as plea bargains/sentencing/parole reviews etc., it gives those affected direct access into monitoring court proceedings taking place before final dispositions are decided against perpetrators convicted of offenses associated with theirs cases where applicable; offering protection through knowledge when needed most while simultaneously providing space where necessary following traumatic events they encountered (e.g re-traumatization).
Failure to notify crime victims regarding updates surrounding offenders’ cases can result in numerous harms such as feelings alienation stemming from believing they weren't given proper consideration when making decisions related to prosecuting those responsible; additionally leading towards increased levels mistrust forming between law enforcement agencies whose purpose is sworn uphold its citizens safety – even further compromising public safety overall if general hesitancy develops amongst potential witnesses ready willing testify against wrongdoers out fear retaliation retribution since measures aren't place ensure everyone involved obtain justice proportionate respective actions taken upon completion investigations into crimes committed against individuals living within jurisdiction authority services provided therein .