Courts could not reverse convictions over missed victim rights

Courts could not reverse or change a conviction or sentence because officials failed to provide a victim's legally required right, service, or notice. This applies to appeals and court decisions about criminal convictions and sentences. The missed right, service, or notice must be required by law. If enacted, the bill would take effect after publication in the statute book.

Victims would have specified rights and support during criminal cases, and reasonable efforts would be made to keep them informed. The rights cover victims involved in criminal cases, including information about proceedings, help with concerns, safety, training for criminal justice staff, and information about available services. Victims are people who suffer direct or threatened physical, emotional, or financial harm from a crime against them. A victim's views would be brought to court when appropriate and consistent with criminal law and procedure; reasonable safety measures would be taken when reasonable. If enacted, the bill would take effect after publication in the statute book.