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Who is considered the victim of a crime?
Who is considered the victim of a crime?
- The passive subject who suffers harm (correct)
- The person who witnesses the crime
- The legal representative of the offender
- The perpetrator of the crime
What does the offended party refer to in the context of the code?
What does the offended party refer to in the context of the code?
- The judge overseeing the case
- The entity whose legal right is harmed (correct)
- Anyone who hears about a crime
- The police officer investigating the crime
What right does the victim have in the proceedings?
What right does the victim have in the proceedings?
- To appeal the court's decision regardless of the trial outcome
- To participate in the sentencing of the offender
- To demand restitution from the offender
- To be informed of their constitutional rights (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of the victim?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of the victim?
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What is the term used for the individual suffering legal harm due to a crime?
What is the term used for the individual suffering legal harm due to a crime?
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Study Notes
Definition of Victim and Offended Party
- Victim of a crime is the passive subject directly harmed by criminal conduct.
- Offended party includes natural or legal persons with injured legal rights due to offenses outlined in the Penal Code.
Rights of the Victim or Offended Party
- Victims have the right to be informed about their rights as recognized by the Constitution.
- This ensures awareness and empowers individuals affected by crime within legal proceedings.
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This quiz explores the definitions and rights of victims and offended parties under the Penal Code. Understand the legal framework that protects those who have been harmed by criminal actions. Test your knowledge on key articles that establish victim rights.
