Expands the definition of "victim" to include first responders and immediate family members of victims.
This bill amends the definition of "victim" to include immediate family members of a victim who died or was rendered incompetent due to the offense, as well as first responders such as law enforcement, fire personnel, and emergency medical services. It allows these individuals to present a victim impact statement to the court at the time of sentencing.
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