Basic Rights
Victims of violent crimes now have certain basic rights in Hawaii. You are entitled to receive notification upon written request of:

• Arrest and release of the suspect or defendant
• Case information
• Dates of court proceedings and appearances
• Plea bargaining
• Final case disposition
• Parole hearings
• Protection from threats or harm
• Property Return as soon as possible
• Secure Waiting Area at the courthouse
• Referral Information for financial assistance and social services
• Victim Impact Statement at time of sentencing and minimum term parole hearing, and to be present at either hearing