Families of murder victims call for justice reform

RELATIVES of murder victims want radical changes introduced in the justice system, including the right of families to view a book of evidence before a trial.

Sweeping recommendations released by a victims group yesterday demanded stronger support from gardaí, coroners and the courts for relatives of homicide victims.

The study of 42 families affected by homicide, completed last year, will be given to judges, the Justice Minister, the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) and coroners among others.