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If you've been the victim of a crime, you have the right to privacy, to make a personal statement and to contact the police and be kept informed about the investigation.

• Your rights

  You have the right to contact the police and be kept informed about the…

• If the case goes to court

  Your local Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) must tell you immediately where…

• If the crime was serious or you're vulnerable

  You may get extra support if you: are the victim of a serious crime are…

• Make a complaint

  You can complain if you’ve been: treated unprofessionally, disrespectfully…

Improving victims engagement in the parole process

• Updated: 22 July 2019

Free support and advice if you've been the victim of crime and information on restorative justice.

The Victims’ Advisory Panel (VAP) is for victims of crime and their families to have a say in the reform of the Criminal Justice System.

• Updated: 15 April 2021

Get help if you're a victim or witness who needs to give evidence in court. Find out how to review your statement, protection you can get in court and how to claim expenses.

A guide to applying for compensation under the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.

• Updated: 14 June 2024

This form is for victims to make representations and/or an impact statement to a mental health tribunal.

The Victims' Code posters and leaflet have been translated into multiple languages for accessibility.

• Updated: 5 March 2025

How to claim compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme if you've been seriously injured in a violent crime.

Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment of Lord Fairley on 11 February 2026.

• Updated: 11 February 2026