The federal response to crime victims, 1960-1992.
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- Authors:
- Marion, Nancy E.
- Source:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence; Dec95, Vol. 10 Issue 4, p419, 18p, 1 Chart
- Publication Date:
- 1995-12-01
- Language:
- English
- Abstract:
- Traces victim-focused congressional activity surrounding victims of crime from 1960 to 1992 in the United States. Definition of victimology; Beginning of the federal government's concern with crime and victims; Approval of the Federal Victim and Witness Protection Act; Legislation passed by Congress to aid victims of monetary compensations; Factors that influence legislative responses.
- Format:
- Academic Journal
- DOI:
- 10.1177/088626095010004003
- Database:
- Complementary Index
- Journal:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence
- Volume:
- 10
- Issue:
- 4
- Page Start:
- 419
- Page Count:
- 18
- ISSN:
- 08862605
