The medium behind the message : an examination of the delivery method of victim impact statements in Canada

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dc.contributor.advisor Stinson, Veronica
dc.coverage.spatial Canada
dc.creator Webb, Samantha G.M.
dc.date.accessioned 2024-09-12T17:23:14Z
dc.date.available 2024-09-12T17:23:14Z
dc.date.issued 2024-08-26
dc.identifier.uri http://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/32017
dc.description 1 online resource (ix, 152 pages) : colour graphs
dc.description Includes abstract and appendices.
dc.description Includes bibliographical references (pages 105-123).
dc.description.abstract Victim impact statements (VIS) allow victims to express how a crime has affected them physically, psychologically, and financially. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many sentencing trials were moved online. This study examined victims' experiences with VIS and the justice system, evaluating if the presentation medium affects sentencing. Study 1 interviewed victims via Zoom, revealing they find the process more comfortable and accessible online but prefer inperson or written submissions. Study 2 assessed participants' reactions to real VIS presented in video, audio, or transcript formats. Results showed the medium did not affect victim-related factors or sentence length. However, participants recommended alternatives to incarceration (e.g., probation) more often after reading a VIS, particularly in stalking cases. The type of crime also influenced perceptions; a VIS detailing sexual assault led to higher harm ratings and longer sentences compared to stalking. These findings have implications for victims, judges, and the justice system. en_CA
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dc.language.iso en en_CA
dc.publisher Halifax, N.S. : Saint Mary's University
dc.subject.lcsh Victims of crimes -- Psychology -- Canada
dc.subject.lcsh Sentences (Criminal procedure) -- Canada
dc.subject.lcsh Victims of crimes -- Legal status, laws, etc. -- Canada
dc.subject.lcsh Videoconferencing -- Canada
dc.subject.lcsh Video recordings -- Canada
dc.title The medium behind the message : an examination of the delivery method of victim impact statements in Canada en_CA
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thesis.degree.name Master of Science in Applied Psychology
thesis.degree.level Masters
thesis.degree.discipline Psychology
thesis.degree.grantor Saint Mary's University (Halifax, N.S.)
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