Description
According to Virginia § 19.2-1101, a "victim" is a person who suffered physical, psychological, or economic harm as a direct result of the commission of a felony or of:
- Assault and battery
- Attempted sexual battery
- Driving while intoxicated
- Maiming
- Sexual battery
- Stalking
Spouses, children, and parents/legal guardians of minors victimized by these offenses are also considered victims under Virginia law unless that person is the defendant.