In R. v. Joseyounen (1995), criteria set out for consideration in determining whether a sentencing circle will be held included that the court should determine beforehand whether the victim is suffering from battered woman syndrome. If she is, she should receive counselling and be accompanied by the support team in the circle.

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The question states that "If she is, she should receive counselling and be accompanied by the support team in the circle." This implies that the court should determine beforehand whether the victim is suffering from battered woman syndrome.

In R V Joseyounen (1995), Criteria Set Out for Consideration in Determining