Inappropriate Information You will notice the preceding information deals only with the impact of the crime on you. This is the only information that is allowable by the Code of Virginia. It is normal that you may feel angry about the crime and the offender who caused the changes you have talked about. It is OK to state that you feel very angry about what has happened, however, this is not the forum to vent that anger. Please do not use profanity or name-calling.
Many victims have strong feelings about the appropriate sentence.
The only person to make this decision is the judge and while it is appropriate to ask for a lenient or severe sentence, remember that the judge is bound by the Code of Virginia and must follow the law. The preceding is mentioned because unsuitable language or information can lessen the power of your statement.