Victim Impact Statement
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An Information Guide

What is a Victim Impact Statement?

A Victim Impact Statement is an opportunity for you to tell the
court how a criminal offence has affected you and the people
close to you.

Who may complete a Victim Impact Statement?

Anyone who is a victim of a crime may complete a Victim Impact
Statement. If the victim has died or is not able to complete one,
a family member may complete the Statement instead.

Why should I complete a Victim Impact Statement?

A common complaint about the Criminal Justice System is that the
victim of an offence may feel neglected. The Victim Impact
Statement gives you an opportunity to express your feelings about
the loss you may have suffered as a result of the criminal
offence.

How will my Victim Impact Statement be used?
The information that you provide in the Victim Impact Statement
is useful for the Crown Attorney in understanding the full
effect of the offence, in preparing the case