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CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS

(1) The right to be reasonably protected from the accused.

(2) The right to reasonable, accurate and timely notice of any public court proceeding, or any parole proceeding, involving
the crime or of any release or escape of the accused. However, be advised that the law does not require providing
information that may endanger the safety of any person.

(3) The right not to be excluded from any such public court proceeding, unless the court after receiving clear and
convincing evidence, determines that testimony by the victim would be materially altered if the victim heard other
testimony at that proceeding.

(4) The right to be reasonably heard at any public proceeding in the district court involving release, plea, sentencing
or any parole proceeding.

(5) The reasonable right to confer with the attorney for the Government in the case.

(6) The right to full and timely restitution as provided in law.

(7) The right to proceedings free from unreasonable delay.

(8) The right to be treated with fairness and with respect for the victim's dignity and privacy.