Victims Bill of Rights as an Example of Canadian Legislation Protecting the Child in the Criminal Process – Dr Grzegorz Skrobotowicz

In this expert opinion, the author, Dr. Grzegorz Skrobotowicz, describes solutions under the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and Children. Its scope extends the protection and rights of victims in criminal proceedings. Its provisions apply directly to harmed children. It provides rights at the federal level for crime victims. This catalog includes the right to information, protection, participation and claiming reimbursement. The Act also provides the opportunity to submit a complaint to the appropriate authorities if their rights are not respected.