Victim impact statements are commonly delivered by victims' family members during sentencing hearings in criminal trials.
November 03, 2025
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procedural
Sentencing phase of criminal proceedings where families describe the harm caused by the offense.
Victim impact statements are statements that victims or victims' families can present during sentencing hearings in criminal cases to describe the physical, emotional, and financial impact of the crime on the victim and family.
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legal_procedure
Used in sentencing phases of criminal proceedings to inform the judge about harm caused by the offense.