Back to Top 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.