VICTIMS' RIGHTS HISTORY
 

1984     The passage of the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) establishes the Crime Victims  

              Fund, made up of federal crime fines, penalties, and bond forfeitures, to support 

              victim compensation and local victim service programs.

             The U. S. Congress passes the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, 

             which earmarks federal funding for programs serving victims of domestic violence.

             A victim/witness notification system is established within the Federal Bureau of 

             Prisons. 

             Victim/Witness Coordinator positions are established in the U. S. Attorney’s offices 

             within the U. S. Department of Justice.