DOJProposed Rule
Homicide Victims' Families' Rights Act
OtherLabor & Workplace
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Summary
This proposed rule from the Department of Justice would establish new rights and protections for families who have lost loved ones to homicide. The regulation aims to ensure that victims' families are informed, included, and supported throughout the criminal justice process.
Key Points
- 1Families of homicide victims would have the right to be notified about important developments in their case, including arrests, court dates, and case outcomes
- 2Victims' families could have input in criminal proceedings and be heard during sentencing decisions
- 3The rule would ensure families receive information about victim support services, counseling, and financial assistance programs available to them
- 4Federal prosecutors and law enforcement would be required to follow these new standards when working with bereaved families
- 5The public can submit comments on this proposed rule until March 25, 2025, before the Department of Justice makes a final decision
Key Dates
Published
January 21, 2025
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