Victim Impact Statement

Discuss the use of victim impact statements, specifically in those trials where the death penalty or life imprisonment is an option. Pay particular attention to the due process issue that is in question in the use of these statements. What is the right answer? Justify your response.

Your response should be a minimum of two pages, Times New Roman, 12-point font, and double-spaced. Include citations for your references (if applicable).

For citation guidelines, please refer to the table in the APA Style section of the syllabus.