{"product_id":"9781607671527","title":"Supporting Victims","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolly is the victim of an assault. The man she accused is arrested, and she is asked to be a witness at his trial. Polly has learning disabilities. Supporting Victims shows how the police help her to choose the special measures she needs to give her best evidence in court. All the special measures which are now available to vulnerable people are explained in this book. For Polly, as with many people, the most important thing is that she has a voice and is believed and listened to. Having a policeman, an intermediary, Victim Support and a judge all listen to you shows how powerful your voice can be. Extra features in text at the back: \u003cbr\u003e• Suggested storyline. \u003cbr\u003e• Explanations of special measures to assist the witness and make them feel more comfortable and help them to give evidence. \u003cbr\u003e• Description of the Crown Court officials. \u003cbr\u003e• Short Glossary of terms. \u003cbr\u003e• Relevant organizations and literature for further help. \u003cbr\u003e• Guidance on using the book. The special measures covered in the book are: 1.Use of an intermediary 2.Live television links 3.Video-recorded interviews 4.Judge and lawyers removing their wigs and gowns 5.Having a screen around the witness box.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal College of Psychiatrists","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47049875128560,"sku":"9781607671527","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781607671527","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}