Victim Impact Statement

Physical injuries suffered as a result of the crime (description of treatment sought or received; cost and any ongoing treatment; include medical, dental, and psychological if appropriate)

Restitution Statute § 16-2320.01

Reference: Statute § 16-2320.01

Upon request of the Attorney General, the victim, or on its own motion, the Division may enter a judgment of restitution in any case in which the court finds a child has committed a delinquent act and during or as a result of the commission of that delinquent act has: (A) Stolen, damaged, destroyed, converted, unlawfully obtained, or substantially decreased the value of the property of another; (B) Inflicted personal injury on another, requiring the injured person to incur medical, dental, hospital, funeral, or burial expenses, or lost wages; or (C) Caused the victim of the delinquent act to incur reasonable counseling or other mental health expenses from a licensed health care provider if the delinquent act involved personal injury, child or sexual abuse, robbery, or burglary.

Guidelines for Witnesses

Reference: Statute § 16-2320.01

  1. Always tell the truth. Testify as accurately as you can about the facts.
  2. Never guess. If you don't know something, say so. “I don’t know” is a perfect answer if you do not know the answer to any question you are asked. Be especially careful about questions involving distances and times. If you don't know, say so. If you are estimating, say so.
  3. Take your time. Give every question some thought. Be sure you understand the question before you answer it. If you don't understand a question, ask the attorney to repeat or clarify it.
  4. Pause briefly before answering questions. This allows the attorney enough time to object to any question that is improper. If an objection is made, do not answer the question until the judge has ruled on the objection. If you have forgotten the question in the meantime, ask the attorney to repeat it.

Victim Witness Program FAQs

Why is it necessary for me to come to the Office of Attorney General (OAG) the next morning following the crime?

It is essential for you to speak with the Assistant Attorney General (AAG), MPD officer and Victim Witness Program Specialist (VWPS) in order for your case to proceed through the judicial system. The attorney will listen to your version of the incident along with the police to determine the charges. The VWPS will inform you of your rights, conduct a needs assessment to determine what services you will need and keep you informed and updated on the case status through its entire process.

I was injured during a robbery and I do not have medical insurance, who will pay for my medical expenses?

The Crime Victims Compensation (CVC) program will pay up to $25,000.00 towards crime related medical expenses after all other options have been exhausted e.g. personal medicalinsurance and workmen’s compensation etc. CVC will pay the billing agency upon your submission of bills. You will be compensated for any out of pocket medical related expenses with confirmation of receipt.

Did You Know - CVC

The OAG Victim Witness Unit is located at 441 4th Street NW (Judiciary Square) 11th floor Suite 1080 North.

Free Daycare is available on site at DC Superior Court (C-185) for children ages 2-12 yrs old.

Using metro is the easiest, most convenient way to get to court (parking is costly and limited). Red line (Judiciary square) or Green line (National Archives).

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