DPP welcomes new rights for victims of crime under EU directive

As part of the EU Victims’ Directive, which came into effect yesterday, victims will have a greater right to information about developments in their case and will also be able to formally request a reason for non-prosecution in a case by the DPP.

It also includes a victim’s right to avoid contact with the offender and a right to the protection of privacy.

Under the EU directive, victims will be entitled to protection from intimidation and will be allowed to provide evidence via television link if necessary.