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Mission
To provide information, assistance, and support to victims of crime
and other concerned parties whose offenders are in the custody of
the Alaska Department of Correction. These services will be
administered with respect and compassion.
Victim Rights
Crime victims, as defined by law, shall have the following rights
as provided by law: the right to be reasonably protected from the
accused through the imposition of appropriate bail or conditions of
release by the court; the right to confer with the prosecution; the
right to be treated with dignity, respect, and fairness during all
phases of the criminal and juvenile justice process; the right to
timely disposition of the case following the arrest of the accused;
the right to obtain information about and be allowed to be present
at all criminal or juvenile proceedings where the accused has the
right to be present; the right to be allowed to be heard, upon
request, at sentencing, before or after conviction or juvenile
adjudication, and at any proceeding where the accused's release
from custody is considered; the right to restitution from the
accused; and the right to be informed, upon request, of the
accused's escape or release from custody before or after conviction
or juvenile adjudication.
Resources for Crime
Victims
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Philosophy
The Victim Service Unit will strive to reduce victimization through
education within an environment of integrity, fairness, compassion,
dignity and respect.
Our History: Victim Services at DOC
The Department of Corrections has been concerned about the needs of
victims for many years. Providing victim notification and public
information regarding offenders has been common practice at the
department. In addition, for several years, DOC has provided
training on victim issues through its annual regional trainings and
its Probation and Parole Officer Academy.
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