Victims

The Department and the Board will respect the rights of victims of crime, pursuant to the Idaho Constitution and statute. When a case is referred, the Department will provide the Board with a list of crime victims who were officially identified by the adjudicating court or prosecuting attorney. (4-6-23) 01. Notice to Victims. The Board will notify identified victims of a juvenile’s crime that a custody review hearing is scheduled and of their right to submit written statements or information and testimony. After the hearing, the Department shall notify victims of the Board’s determination. (4-6-23) a. Notices including the Board’s final determination and any anticipated release documents will be sent to the victim of record at the last known address or through a victim witness coordinator. The victim is responsible for providing any change of address. (4-6-23) b. Victims may request that they not be notified or contacted. (4-6-23) 02. Victim Testimony. A victim may attend all hearings pertinent to their case and provide testimony. The victim may be allowed to testify before the Board members during a hearing session outside the juvenile’s presence. (4-6-23)