17-A §1171. Definitions

Title 17-A: MAINE CRIMINAL CODE

Part 3:

Chapter 48: VICTIMS' RIGHTS HEADING: PL 1995, C. 680, §5 (NEW)

§1171. Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW).]

1. Crime. "Crime" means a criminal offense in which, as defined, there is a victim.

[ 1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW) .]

2. Victim. "Victim" means:

A. A person who is the victim of a crime; and [1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW).]

B. The immediate family of a victim of a crime if:

(1) The underlying crime is one of domestic violence or sexual assault or one in which the family suffered serious physical trauma or serious financial loss; or

(2) Due to death, age, physical or mental disease, disorder or defect, the victim is unable to participate as allowed under this chapter. [1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW).]

SECTION HISTORY

1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW). 1995, c. 680, §5 (NEW).