What are my rights as a victim?

You have a right to a reasonable amount of effort by the police in trying to find the person who committed the crime. If they find this person, you can tell the prosecutor whether you wish to have that person prosecuted. Often the prosecutor will consider the victim's wishes, though he or she need not.

>>What are my rights as a victim?
>>I want to cooperate in the investigation but am being threatened. Am I protected as a witness?
>>Can I get my money back if the criminal is convicted?
>>Do I have a say in the criminal’s punishment?
>>Will I know when the criminal gets out of prison?

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