Indiana Code 35-40-6-7. Notification requested by victim
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Sec. 7. If the defendant is convicted, and upon the victim’s request, the victim shall be notified, if applicable, of the following:
(2) The name and telephone number of the probation department that is preparing the presentence report.
(1) The function of the presentence report.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-40-6-7
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Presentence report: A report prepared by a court's probation officer, after a person has been convicted of an offense, summarizing for the court the background information needed to determine the appropriate sentence. Source: U.S. Courts
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
- Victim Impact Statement: A written or spoken statement by the victim or his or her representative about the physical, emotional, and financial impact of a crime on the victim. The statement is given to the court before sentencing.
(3) The right to make a victim impact statement under IC 35-38-1-8.5.
(4) The defendant’s right to review the presentence report.
(5) The victim’s right to review the presentence report, except those parts excised by the court or made confidential by IC 35-40-5-6.
(6) The victim’s right to be present and heard at any sentencing procedure under IC 35-40-5-5.
(7) The time, place, and date of the sentencing proceeding.
As added by P.L.139-1999, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.14-2000, SEC.71.