Victims of Crime Have the Right to: 

* Confer with the prosecution.

* Be present at all proceedings where the defendant has the right to be present.

* Be free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse throughout the criminal justice process.

* Be informed of all proceedings and the release, transfer, escape or recapture of the accused or convicted person.

* A speedy trial or disposition and a prompt and final conclusion of the case after the conviction or sentence.

* Restitution from the offender.

* Be heard, when relevant, at all critical stages of the criminal justice process.

* Be informed of each of these rights established for victims.

 - Tennessee Constitution Article I, § 35 – Rights of victims of crimes

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