H.R. 4729 · 116th Congress
Courtney Wild Crime Victims' Rights Reform Act of 2019
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Jackie Speier
- Introduced
- 2019-10-17
- Latest action
- 2019-11-15 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Summary
Courtney Wild Crime Victims' Rights Reform Act of 2019
This bill expands the rights of crime victims, including by allowing victims to make motions to annul or rescind prosecutorial agreements, providing for attorneys' fees for victims who prevail against the United States in enforcement actions, and permitting victims to bring civil actions to enforce restitution orders. It also requires the Department of Justice to take specified actions to ensure the rights of victims.