Crime Victim Rights & Services
Crime victims are provided certain rights detailed in the Ohio Constitution Article I, Section 10(a) and Chapter 2930 of the Ohio Revised Code, often called “Marsy’s Law” or the Ohio Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights.
CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS INFORMATION FORM (PDF)
Victim’s Rights
Some crime victims’ rights are automatic, some rights need to be requested. Crime victims have the right to:
- Be treated with fairness, dignity and respect
- Receive information on your rights
- Designate a representative and have them present with you
- Receive contact information about the criminal investigation
- Be notified when a suspect has been arrested, released or escaped before trial and sentencing
- Have property returned when reasonable
- Talk with the prosecutor
- Be free from intimidation
- Be notified about and participate in hearings any time the defendant is required to be present
- Make a victim impact statement at sentencing
- Participate in criminal proceedings without jeopardizing employment
- Be given information after sentencing and provide input about parole status
- Obtain support, advocacy, and referrals
- Receive information about financial compensation through the Ohio Victims of Crime Compensation Program
For a full list of victim’s rights, see the Ohio Revised Code 2930.
For more information on your rights and available resources, click on the links below.
Victim’s/Victim’s Representative Request for Records
Information about requesting unredacted copies of records or requesting additional redactions to records can be found at: Public Records Requests
Victim’s Support Services & Resources
Victims of crime face many setbacks because of their tragic and unexpected circumstances. There are resources available to help you or your loved one through this difficult time.
Campus Resources
Off-Campus Resources
Apply for Victims Compensation
Marsy’s Law and Crime Victim Rights
Ohio Crime Victims’ Rights Pamphlet
Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center
The Center for Family Safety and Healing
Mount Carmel Crime & Trauma Assistance Program
Victim Notification – Notification of Offender Status (VINE)
Law Enforcement Resources
Columbus Police Department
911 or 614-645-4545 (non-emergency)
Franklin County Prosecutor
614-525-3555
Columbus City Prosecutor
614-645-7483
Attorney General Crime Victim Assistance Office
614-466-5610