| Atty. Helen L McGonigle, Chair -- Brookfield
Phone: (203) 740-0074
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Continues its vigorous involvement in matters related to crime victim rights in
the criminal and civil justice systems in Connecticut and elsewhere throughout
the country. Particular attention is paid to incorporating aspects of crime
victim rights and legal representation into the private practice of law. For
example, the committee closely monitored the inequity for crime victims created
by the recent Supreme Court decision in Bhinder v. Sun Co. and the
recent legislative efforts to overrule the court’s problematic ruling.
Other areas of significant importance are the cooperative efforts of private
attorneys with crime victim advocacy, working together with private-based
community service groups like the Connecticut Sexual Assault Crisis Service
Center and governmental entities like the Office of Victim Services. Through
the work of the committee, CBA members may participate in projects which
contribute to the administration of justice and advancement of victims’ rights.
The committee has maintained constructive relationships with other, nonlegal
professionals such as psychologists, social workers and other mental health
providers who share the common interest in crime victims’ rights and assisting
crime victims. Toward that end, the committee has maintained its unique
Advisory Committee comprised of victim advocates and private service providers
to provide a more informed approach to advancing and protecting the interests
of crime victims.
2005-2006
Annual Report
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