Published April 18, 2008, 12:00 AM
Letter: Backs victim rights program
In 1980, Wisconsin became the first state in the country to pass a Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights. In the 28 years since that time, there have been many advances made to assure that victims are treated with respect and dignity. Every state and the federal government have established statutory rights for victims and, to date, 33 states, including Wisconsin, have passed constitutional amendments that protect those rights.By: Eric Johnson, District Attorney; Ann Gustafson, Coordinator, St. Croix County Victim/Witness Assistance Program, Hudson Star-Observer
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