Task 1: Research the basic rights of crime victims in Tennessee.

What legal rights do victims have under Tennessee law? How does Tennessee law define a "victim"? Compare victims' rights in Tennessee to the rights outlined in the federal Crime Victims' Rights Act. What similarities and differences exist?

Task 2: Investigate the enforcement of victims' rights in Tennessee.

How are victims' rights enforced and upheld in the state? What processes are in place for victims to report violations of their rights? Research case studies where victims' rights were upheld and where they were violated. What were the outcomes of these cases?

Part II: Analysis Task 3: Analyze the support systems available for victims in Tennessee.

What resources and services are available for victims (e.g., counseling, financial support, legal advocacy)? Are there specific programs for victims of certain crimes (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, hate crimes)? How accessible are these services? Consider factors such as location, language, and cost.

Task 4: Evaluate the effectiveness of these rights and support systems.

What gaps exist in victims' rights and support services in Tennessee? Discuss any barriers or challenges victims might face when trying to access their rights or services. How do these gaps impact the victims and the justice process?