Full Description
The Victimology Handbook prepares the student with a foundation of knowledge to initiate an understanding of the world that exists for victims of crime, and how criminal justice practitioners seek to provide assistance to this vulnerable, distressed population.
This handbook continues to serve in its fourth edition as a unique resource text for students as they journey to comprehend a victim's journey at different stages of the criminal justice process. Conceptualizing the victim in separate crimes, coupled with descriptions of the numerous victim assistance programs, will enable students to navigate through the complex world of victimology.
Additionally, this text can serve students as a guide to resources if they ever become or are already a victim of a crime themselves.
Contents
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface
CHAPTER ONE History of Victim Rights
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Defining Victimology
Victims' Rights Movement
I . Right of Due Process, Fairness, Dignity, Respect, and Privacy
II . Right to Notice
III . Right to Be Present
IV . Right to Be Heard
V . Right to Reasonable Protection
VI . Right to Restitution
VII . Right to Information and Referral
VIII . Right to Apply for Victim Compensation |
IX . Right to Proceedings Free from Unreasonable Delay
X . Right to Confer
XI . Right to a Copy of the Presentence Report and Transcripts
XII . Right to Standing and Remedies
New Jersey-Specific Information
Summary
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER TWO Current Victim Assistance Programs
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Victim-Witness Advocacy Units
Criminal Justice Orientation and Information
Victim Information and Impact Form
Counseling and Support Services
Case Status Notification
Court Accompaniment and Transportation Services
Child Care to Attend Meetings and Court Proceedings
HIV Testing of Defendants and HIV Information and Referrals for Victims
Assistance in Obtaining Restitution
Employer and Creditor Intercession
Assistance with Property Return
Victim-Witness Waiting Rooms
Parole Eligibility and Release Notification
Victim Notification Systems: VNS and VINE
Conclusion
References
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER THREE Victims of Domestic Abuse (Intimate Partner Violence)
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Intimate Partner Violence or Domestic Violence?
What Is Safety Planning?
Types of Safety Planning Leaving a Relationship Legal Information
Summary
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER FOUR Abusive Relationships and Domestic Violence Law
Learning Objectives
Key
Introduction
What Is a Healthy Relationship?
Setting Boundaries
What Does an Abusive Relationship Look Like?
Warning Signs and Red Flags
What Is Abuse?
Types of Abuse
Domestic Violence
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER FIVE Children Victims of Crime
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Kidnapping
Short-Term Abductions
Long-Term Abductions
The Reduction of Parental Abduction Risks
Stranger Abductions: Reducing the Risks
Amber Alerts
CART
Summary
Victims of Child Abuse
Definition of Concepts
Signs and Symptoms of Child Abuse
Child Interviews and Investigation
Prevention Strategies
Conclusion
References
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER SIX Victims of Bullying, Cyber-Bullying, and Hazing
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Effects of Bullying
Status of Current Research
The Relationship between Youth Aggression and Partner Violence
Other Risk Factors for Partner Violence
Sex-Based Harassment
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER SEVEN Crimes Perpetrated by Juveniles
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Federal Juvenile Delinquency Prosecution
Referral to State Authorities
Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings—Certification
Hearing to Determine Delinquency
Adjudication as a Juvenile Delinquent
Disposition Hearing
New Jersey Juvenile Justice System—Comparison with the Federal System
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER EIGHT Crimes Victims' Rights in Juvenile Justice
Learning Objectives
Introduction
General Rights
After a Youth is Taken into Custody
If Your Case Goes to Adjudication and Disposition
After Disposition
Other Legal Information
Court Process
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER NINE Victims of Drunk/Drugged Drivers
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
What Is .08?
DUI: Driving Under the Influence
Parents and Guardians
Consequences of Underage Drinking and Driving
Impaired Driving
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER TEN Victims of Sexual Assault
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Historical Development
Evolution of the Definition of Sexual Assault and Rape
Sexual Assault in the United States
The Measurement of Rape—Sexual Assault
Sexual Assaults
Facts about Date Rape
Rape Trauma Syndrome
Myths about Rape
Preventing Date Rape
Rape Prevention in Your Home
Rape Prevention in Your Automobile
The Measurement of Rape—Sexual Assualt
References
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER ELEVEN Megan's Law and Sexual Assault Protocols
Learning Objectives
Megan's Law
Sex Offender Notification for Neighborhoods and Communities (Megan's Law)
Sexual Assault Protocols
A Coordinated Sexual Assault Response
Role of the Advocate
Sexual Assault Examination Kits
Safety Plans for Victims of Sexual Assault
Evaluation and Follow-Up
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER TWELVE Victims of Hate Crimes
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Defining A Hate Crime
The FBI's Role
Uneven Data Collection Makes Estimating Prevalence Difficult
Reporting Under the Hate Crime Statistic Act
Victimization Survey Reports Higher Numbers
Immigrants as Victims
What Motivates Hate Offenders?
Other National Hate Crime Resources
Hate Crimes Timeline
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER THIRTEEN Victims of Stalking
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Interstate Stalking
Stalking Safety Planning
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER FOURTEEN Elder Victims of Crime
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Definition of Concepts
Who are the Victims of Elder Abuse?
Who are the Abusers?
Why Does Elder Abuse Happen?
Why Does The Problem Continue?
Prevention
Conclusion
References
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
CHAPTER FIFTEEN Victims of Human Trafficking
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Strategic Action Plan Objectives
ACF Regional Programs
Human Trafficking
Domestic Victims
Foreign Nationals
Federal Assistance
Human Trafficking Information
Human Trafficking Enactments 2005-2011
Discussion Questions
Chapter Assignment
APPENDIX A General Websites
APPENDIX B Various Victim Resources
APPENDIX C Federal Agencies Websites
APPENDIX D State Victim Compensation Websites
APPENDIX E Resource Phone Numbers
