Victims of crime have been neglected for too long. National is committed to placing victims at the heart of the justice system.
We are enhancing services to victims of violent crimes with a range of initiatives that address the financial and emotional costs that fall on them. Convicted offenders will now pay a $50 offender levy towards these services.
Late last year, we began rolling out initiatives funded by this levy. From 1 July 2010 further measures will come into effect including enhanced homicide support services, a court service for victims of sexual violence, and new information sources for victims and their families. Police will also be able to issue on-the-spot safety orders, giving immediate protection from dangerous situations for victims of domestic violence.
More information: http://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/convicted+offenders+pay+50+levy+victims+thursday
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