Citation

Kumar TKV. Vict. Offender 2018; 13(1): 122-141.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15564886.2017.1323063

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Crime victim-police interface and registration of crime are the early and fundamental interactions in the criminal justice system. The process of lodging a complaint is marked by the pain of victimization, sharing of information, and expectation of quick remedial action from the police. The nature and quality of experience of the victim and outcomes impact the level of satisfaction with services of police. Through a survey of victims of property crimes, in different areas of a state in India, the author examines the impact of procedural justice and outcomes on victim satisfaction. The study illuminates the outcome oriented expectations of the victim, and the unique dynamics of victim-police interaction, which strains the legal ethical framework of the criminal justice system.

Language: en

Keywords

procedural justice; policing; property crimes; victim satisfaction