2013 Maine Revised Statutes
TITLE 17-A: MAINE CRIMINAL CODE
Chapter 48: VICTIMS' RIGHTS
17-A §1171. Definitions
Part 3:
1171. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW).]
1. Crime. "Crime" means a criminal offense in which, as defined, there is a victim.
[ 1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW) .]
2. Victim. "Victim" means:
A. A person who is the victim of a crime; and [1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW).]
B. The immediate family of a victim of a crime if:
(1) The underlying crime is one of domestic violence or sexual assault or one in which the family suffered serious physical trauma or serious financial loss; or
(2) Due to death, age, physical or mental disease, disorder or defect, the victim is unable to participate as allowed under this chapter. [1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW). 1995, c. 680, 5 (NEW).
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