Crime victims or victims' family members can file objections to plea agreements or proposed sentences in criminal proceedings.
November 03, 2025
high
legal
Describes a procedural avenue for victims to contest proposed dispositions in criminal cases.
Victim impact statements are commonly delivered by victims' family members during sentencing hearings in criminal trials.
November 03, 2025
high
procedural
Sentencing phase of criminal proceedings where families describe the harm caused by the offense.