New era of victims' rights
Source: South Australia. Attorney-General and Premier. Media Release.
"Premier Mike Rann and Attorney-General Michael Atkinson have announced a new era of rights for victims of crime.
“Securing and enhancing victims’ rights has been a priority of this Government since it’s election in 2002. This Bill is the third phase of law reform and the most dramatic to date,” Premier Rann said.
“This Bill delivers fresh ideas to ensure justice for victims and includes proposals from the Victims’ Rights Commissioner, the Director of Public Prosecutions and judicial officers,” Mr Rann said.
“This legislation is unparalleled in the rest of Australia and the world. The groundbreaking laws, coupled with previous reforms, will change the face of justice for victims in S.A.,” Mr Atkinson said."