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What rights do victims have around HIV testing?
Learn about victims' rights when it comes to HIV testing. Discover how the court can order the accused/offender to be tested for HIV.
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Who is considered a crime victim? What is the definition of a crime victim?
Learn who is considered a crime victim by law in Connecticut.
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Can I obtain restitution in a juvenile court matter?
Learn about obtaining restitution in a juvenile delinquency proceeding.
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What brochures and guides can I get from the Office of the Victim Advocate?
Find crime victims’ rights brochures and guides from the Office of the Victim Advocate (OVA). Learn about crime victims’ rights, how to prepare a Victim Impact Statement, and more.
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How do I file a complaint?
CT victims can file a complaint regarding their treatment throughout the criminal justice process.
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What is restitution?
Find out about restitution for crime victims in CT.
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I was told that as a crime victim I can receive money to cover certain expenses. How do I apply for compensation?
Learn about obtaining restitution in as the victim of a crime in Connecticut.
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What is the Office of the Victim Advocate and what do they do?
Learn more about the Office of the Victim Advocate and how they serve CT victims of crime.
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How do I file a restraining order?
Find information related to filing a restraining order in CT.
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What recent court decisions impact juvenile parole eligibility and parole hearings?
Learn about recent U.S. Superior Court decisions involving juvenile offender sentencing and parole eligibility. Get more information about juvenile parole hearings.
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The police gave me a yellow piece of paper and told me to contact the Victim Advocate; do I call the Office of the Victim Advocate?
Learn what to do next if the police gave you a yellow piece of paper and told you to contact the Victim Advocate.
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What are my rights as a crime victim in juvenile court?
Learn about the legal rights of crime victims in Connecticut juvenile delinquency proceedings.
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Do I automatically receive notification of court proceedings?
Learn how to get notified of court proceedings.
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