NCJ Number
184077
Date Published
2000
Length
44 pages
Annotation
This chapter contains a technology assessment of the victims’ rights discipline.
Abstract
The Information Age holds tremendous promise for victims of crime and those who serve them. Innovative technologies are being used to streamline criminal and juvenile justice processes; create a seamless delivery of services to constituents, including victims; and strengthen capabilities to assist and serve victims. Information is the foundation upon which many victims’ rights and services are based, and includes victims’ rights mandated by statute and case law; victim services available at local, State, and national levels; case and offender status; case and program management and evaluation; research that documents trends in crime and victimization; and personal support and resources available to help victims reconstruct their lives following victimization. The chapter discusses the benefits and barriers to using innovative technologies for justice and victim service agencies; resources available through the “Information Superhighway” and how to access them; victim assistance and criminal justice resources available online from the U.S. Department of Justice and allied Federal agencies; and promising practices in using technology to benefit victims. Tables, references, resources