Question:

Using the eight core needs of victims as a metric, discuss the extent which the needs and rights of crime victims have been satisfied in relation to specific criminal cases prosecuted in Canada. Could you please explain with further details, thank you!

below are the eight core needs of victims of crime

1. Right to recognition that they have been harmed

2. Right to information: about reparation, service available, CJS processes

3. Right to assistance: access to victim services

4. Right to reparation: financial recovery, including restitution from the offender and compensation from the state

5. Right to be protected from the accused

6. Right to participation and representation in the criminal Justice process

7. Right to effective public policies to reduce victimization

8. Right to implementation: there must be a remedy if these rights are not adequately implemented

.ca/d2V/le/content/357553/viewContent/5578491/View Criminal Code e-Laws | Ontario.ca FIGURE 7.1 Rates of Victimization in Canada (1988, 1993, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014) (a) Rates of Victimization (per 1,000 Population Age 15 Years and Older) 120 Figure 7.1: 100 80 Rates of 60 40 Victimizatio 20 1988 1993 1999 2004 2009 n in Canada 2014 Year of survey Sexual Assault Robbery - - - - Physical Assault Total Violent Victimization (1988, 1994, (b) Rates of Victimization (per 1,000 Households) 250 250 1999, 2004, 200 2009, and 150 100 2014) 1988 1993 1999 2004 2009 2014 Year of survey Break and Enter Motor Vehicle Theft/ Parts Theft of Household Property --- Vandalism Total Household Victimization Sources: Statistics Canada General Social Survey 1999: 2004: 2009: 2014. "nnvright @ 7020 hv Nelson Fluiration Itd Reflect in ePortfolio Download PrintNELSON Canada's Learning Advantage Table 7.1: Estimates of Costs of Crime for Victims, 2008 TABLE 7.1 . Estimates of Costs of Crime for Victims, 2008 Victim Costs-Tangible Costs $ (millions) Health care 1,443 Productivity losses 6,734 Stolen/damaged property 6,143 Total tangible victim costs 14,320 Selected Services-Tangible Costs $ (millions) Victim services and compensation programs 451 Shelters for victims 254 Other expenditures related to crime 238 Total selected services costs 943 Victim Costs-Intangible Costs $ (millions) Pain and suffering 65, 100 Loss of life (homicides) 3,055 Total intangible victim costs 68, 155 09 410 Grand Total Reflect in ePortfolio Download Print Activity DetailsImpact of Victimization . $83 billion in 2008: Costs for - $14 billion in tangible costs victims (2011 Justice Canada - $65 billion in pain and suffering report): Harms to victims extends to family, friends, etc. Financial loss, physical injuries, emotional pain and trauma of crime victims are well documented. Reflect in ePortfolio Download Print Activity DetailsNELSON EDL Canada's Learning Advantage Prevalence, Impact, and Needs of Victims Box 7.1: A Snapshot of Victims in Canada . Interpersonal crime will cause victims in Canada $1.5 billion in costs and pain and suffering. . Less than: . 33% of victims call police to report the crime; this is even lower for sexual assault victims . 3% of victims will see "their" offender convicted . Correctional services cost $180 million, yet expenditures on victim services and rights is only $10 million. . Police are unlikely to inform victims of available services. . Most eligible victims will not know of or receive restitution or compensation. . Victim impact statements do not impact sentences. Reflect in ePortfolio Download Print Activity Details Task: View this topic