Indiana Senate panel advances victim impact bill
The bipartisan proposal would largely require defendants to be present for the reading of victim impact statements.
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20 states and DC sue DOJ to stop immigration requirements on victim funds
The lawsuit was filed Monday in Rhode Island federal court by states with Democratic attorneys general.
Victims of violent crime drive legislative change to state programs, pushing against barriers to aid
Across the country, victims are using their stories to advocate for changes to state victim compensation programs, where thousands of crime survivors turn for help with medical bills, relocation, funerals or other expenses.
Black victims of violent crime disproportionately denied aid in many states
Every state has a program to reimburse victims for lost wages, medical bills, funerals and other expenses. But an Associated Press examination found that Black victims and their families are disproportionately denied compensation in many states.
New law expands victim compensation program
House Enrolled Act 1292, authored by Rep. Sharon Negele, R-Attica, and signed by Gov. Eric Holcomb on March 11, aims to provide better relief to victims of violent crime. Starting July 1, HEA 1292 will modify the laws concerning compensation to victims of violent crimes in Indiana, expanding the list of eligible expenses for compensation and the definition of a claimant.