What Does it Mean to Be a Legal "Crime Victim"?

Whether a person is a legal “victim” entitled to crime victims' rights depends on the definitions of “victim” found in applicable laws, including in constitutions, statutes and rules. These definitions vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

Getting Help

As part of this Victims’ Rights Advice Project, qualifying individuals may post a question to be answered by a volunteer attorney at no cost. Interested individuals may click on the Find Out If You Qualify button to complete a brief screening questionnaire and find out if they qualify.

Additional information about resources for victims of hate and bias crimes in Oregon and elsewhere Know Your Rights pages.