Reno Backs Victims’ Rights Amendment
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Atty. Gen. Janet Reno appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee in support of a constitutional amendment to protect the rights of violent-crime victims. Reno said an amendment ensuring that victims can attend court and sentencing procedures “provides the best means to protect the rights of violent-crime victims.” She emphasized that the Clinton administration doesn’t take lightly changing the Constitution, but victims’ rights must be protected, she said.
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