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This resolution recognizes the week of April 6 through April 12, 2025, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week and designates Wednesday, April 9, 2025, as Victims' Rights Day. The resolution highlights the importance of victims' rights within the judicial system, emphasizing that victims should be treated with fairness and respect throughout criminal proceedings. It notes the year's theme of "Kinship, Connecting, and Healing" and underscores that victims deserve equal rights comparable to those afforded to individuals accused or convicted of crimes. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the needs of crime victims and the statewide advocacy organizations dedicated to protecting their rights, ensuring victims are protected from defendants, given reasonable opportunities to be heard during public proceedings, and have a voice in their criminal cases. As part of the resolution, copies will be distributed to the Victims Services Division of the District Attorneys Council, formally acknowledging and supporting the recognition of crime victims' experiences and rights.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sr12&Session=2600