Under North Dakota law (North Dakota Century Code 12.1-34) victims and witnesses of crime must be afforded the following rights where applicable:
- ▪ Informed as to the status of the
investigation
▪ Informed as to criminal charges filed - ▪ To be informed of the defendant's pretrial status
- ▪ To be provided a safe waiting area during trial
- ▪ Notice as to victims' and witnesses' participation in court proceedings
- ▪ To submit a Victim Impact Statement
- ▪ Information about available services
- ▪ Employer intercession
- ▪ Witness Fees
- ▪ Return of property taken as evidence
- ▪ Right to be present throughout trial
- ▪ Prompt disposition of the case
- ▪ Notice as to scheduling and cancellations of hearings
- ▪ To be consulted on any potential plea agreement
- ▪ To be advised of any verdict
- ▪ To receive prompt notice of defendant's release from custody
In the State of North Dakota's Criminal Justice System, victims and witnesses of crimes committed by juveniles are entitled to the same rights in juvenile delinquency proceedings as in any other proceeding.
In the Federal Criminal Justice System, victims and witnesses of crimes committed by juveniles have limited rights in any juvenile proceedings.