Being a victim of crime can be a difficult, stressful and sometimes traumatic experience. This DVD gives an overview of the criminal justice system and how people affected by crime can get support.
In the DVD, victims of crime talk about their own experiences of the criminal justice system. We acknowledge and thank them for sharing their stories. There is also information from people who work in the criminal justice system about their roles, what happens and where victims can get support.
Thank you to the organisations who have contributed to this DVD: New Zealand Police, Department of Corrections, New Zealand Parole Board and Victim Support.
No person may publish, broadcast, post on a website, e-mail, sell, transmit or otherwise distribute copies of the contents of this DVD, or any part of them, without first obtaining the consent of the Ministry of Justice to do so. Copyright
If a crime has been committed, phone your local Police station.
If anyone is in immediate danger or is injured, dial 111 immediately.
Provides 24 hour emotional support, personal advocacy and information to victims of crime and trauma throughout New Zealand.
Provides information for people affected by crime about support services and the justice system. This line is available on free phone 9am – 11pm, 7 days a week.
