Points 2 Prove
The Ultimate Police Handbook
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All Victim Personal Statements should now be obtained on a separate MG11 |
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Begin the VPS with, "I have been given the Victim Personal Statement (VPS) leaflet and the VPS scheme has been explained to me. What follows is what I wish to say in connection with this matter. I understand that what I say may be used in various ways and that it may be disclosed to the defence." |
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Explain the VPS may be read aloud by the CPS or the victim themselves - do they agree to this? |
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Make the victim aware they can be questioned about the VPS at court |
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Explain about the risks to the victims privacy |
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Ensure the victim knows the VPS may be reported by the media if they are present at court |
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It is a matter of judicial discretion how the VPS will be presented (in full or in part) at court |
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How has the event affected the victim physically? |
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How has the event affected the victim emtionally? |
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How has the event affected the victim financially? |
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Has the event affected the victim in any other way? |
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The victim may NOT express an opinion on suitable punishment for the offender as this is for the courts to decide. |
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Ensure the victims preferences in regards to the VPS are documented on an MG6 form |