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THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION*
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1.
The Victim-Witness Assistance Program can inform you of the
many rights and services available to crime victims and which might
apply to you.
2.
The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office can keep you informed
of the case status and notify you in advance of any trial dates or
scheduling changes.
3.
The
Victim-Witness Assistance Program also maintains an
after-hours docket recording for victims and witnesses. If your case is
listed on the recording, it means your case will not be heard on the
following day and you DO NOT need to appear for court.
4.
The Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail can notify you of the
prisoner’s escape, name change, transfer, discharge, or release from
jail. This service is also available from the Department of Corrections.
Contact the Victim-Witness Assistance program for a notification form.
5. The Victim-Witness
Assistance Program can provide you with information about the conviction
and sentencing of the offender, including any orders of not contact or
restitution.
6.
Upon written request, victims of felony crimes have a right to be notified of plea agreements
in their cases. Although the victims' desires will not mandate the
resolution of the charges, it will be taken into consideration.
Contact the Victim-Witness Assistance Program for more information or to
request a Request for Notification Form. Or, to access an request
form online, go to FORMS.
*** To obtain these notices, you must provide a written
copy of your current address and phone number. ***
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