Victim Rights

Article I of the Constitution of the State of Idaho affords victims of crime the following rights:

The right to be treated with fairness, respect, dignity, and privacy throughout the criminal justice process.
The right to a timely disposition of their case.
The right to prior notification of trial court, appellate court, and parole proceedings and, upon request, to information about the sentence, incarceration, and release of the defendant.
The right to be present at all criminal justice proceedings.
The right to communicate with the prosecution.
The right to be heard at all criminal justice proceedings considering a plea of guilty, sentencing, incarceration or release unless manifest of injustice would result.
The right to restitution as provided by law.
The right to refuse contact with the defendant or anyone representing the defendant.
The right to read the pre-sentence report relating to the crime.
This right is extended to adult offenses and offenses committed by juveniles that would be considered a felony if committed by an adult.