A written account by the victim(s) as to how the crime has taken a toll physically, emotionally, financially, or psychologically on the victim and the victim's family is known as a __________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A victim impact statement is a written account by the victim(s) as to how the crime has taken a toll physically, emotionally, financially, or psychologically on the victim and the victim's family. This statement is often used in sentencing to help the judge understand the full impact of the crime on the victim and to make a more informed decision. The other options (B, C, D) are not related to victim impact statements.

A Written Account by the Victim(s) as to How the Crime