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===What happens if the person is charged with a crime?=== | ===What happens if the person is charged with a crime?=== | ||
If a criminal charge is approved, and the case goes to a trial, you may have to testify as a witness, where you will tell the court what you know. See our information on [[Being a Witness (Script 216)|being a witness (no. 216)]. If you suffered financial loss, you may be able to get compensation if the accused is found guilty. The judge can make a '''restitution order''', requiring the accused to pay money to someone who suffered a loss. | If a criminal charge is approved, and the case goes to a trial, you may have to testify as a witness, where you will tell the court what you know. See our information on [[Being a Witness (Script 216)|being a witness (no. 216)]]. If you suffered financial loss, you may be able to get compensation if the accused is found guilty. The judge can make a '''restitution order''', requiring the accused to pay money to someone who suffered a loss. | ||
