Which rights are central to a victim under VCITP standards?

• A. Right to safety
• B. Right to safety, informed consent, notification, privacy/confidentiality, access to advocacy, participation in decisions
• C. Right to financial compensation exclusively
• D. Right to immediate punishment of offender

Answer: (A)

The question tests the scope of rights that a victim is entitled to under a victim-centered approach. In VCITP standards, protecting a survivor goes beyond just keeping them physically safe; it also centers on supporting their autonomy and involvement throughout the investigative and supportive process. The most accurate answer reflects a full set of rights: safety as a foundation, plus informed consent for information sharing, timely notification of case developments, privacy and confidentiality protections, access to advocacy services, and active participation in decisions that affect the victim. This combination embodies a holistic, empowerment-focused framework designed to reduce re-traumatization and ensure the victim’s voice guides how the investigation and services unfold. Options that focus only on safety, or that emphasize financial compensation or punishment of the offender, don’t capture the comprehensive rights envisioned by VCITP.