Dictionary from West's Encyclopedia of American Law. 2005.
Short Dictionary of (mostly American) Legal Terms and Abbreviations.
Victims' Rights Amendment — In the United States, the Victims Rights Amendment is a provision which has been included in some state constitutions, proposed for others, and additionally has been proposed for inclusion in the United States Constitution. Its provisions vary… … Wikipedia
Victims' rights group — A victims rights group is a type of interest group which advocates or lobbies for legal, social or political change on behalf of victims of serious crime or injustice. Members of such groups often include family members or friends of such victims … Wikipedia
Crime Victims' Rights Week — is an annual commemoration in the United States that promotes victims rights and services. The week is marked by an award ceremony held in Washington, D.C., in which individuals and organizations that demonstrate outstanding service in supporting … Wikipedia
Crime Victims' Rights Act — The Crime Victims Rights Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3771, is part of the Justice for All Act of 2004, Pub. L. No. 108 405, 118 Stat. 2260 (effective Oct. 30, 2004). The CVRA enumerates the rights afforded to victims in federal criminal cases. The Act… … Wikipedia
Munir Hussain and victims' rights — Munir Hussain is a British businessman and community leader.[1] He was jailed for 30 months following an attack on a burglar who had broken into his home and threatened him and his family. This caused controversy because the law was perceived by… … Wikipedia
Victims Compensation Tribunal of New South Wales — The Victims Compensation Tribunal of New South Wales is a tribunal established to determine the amounts that may be awarded to victims of crime for personal injury in New South Wales, a state of Australia. The tribunal has exclusive jurisdiction… … Wikipedia
RIGHTS, HUMAN — The following article deals with the subject of human rights, their essence and the contents of various fundamental rights as reflected in the sources of Jewish Law. The interpretation of Israel s Basic Laws concerning human rights in accordance… … Encyclopedia of Judaism
Human rights in Japan — Japan This article is part of the series: Politics and government of Japan … Wikipedia
Office for Victims of Crime — Logo The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is a part of the Office of Justice Programs, within the U.S. Department of Justice. The OVC s mission is to provide aid and promote justice for crime victims. The office was created in 1988 in an… … Wikipedia
Men's rights — Rights Theoretical distinctions Natural and legal rights Claim rights and liberty rights Negative and positive rights Individual … Wikipedia
