Colorado POST Practice Exam

Under the CRS, what information can a victim request in writing regarding an offender?

1. Criminal history of the offender

2. Release date of the offender; parole date

3. Details of the trial process

4. Information about other victims

The correct answer is: Release date of the offender; parole date

Victims are entitled to specific information regarding offenders as part of the Crime Victim Rights Act under Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS). The correct answer highlights that a victim can request information about the release date of the offender and their parole date. This is essential for victims as it allows them to be informed about when the offender will be reintegrating into the community, which can affect their sense of safety and security. The release and parole dates are critical points of information for victims, enabling them to take necessary precautions and make informed decisions about their own safety. It is part of the victim's rights to be kept informed about the offender’s status throughout the criminal justice process. Requests for the criminal history of the offender, details of the trial process, or information about other victims, although potentially relevant, do not fall under the specific rights granted to victims regarding their ability to receive information about offenders. The focus on release and parole dates aligns directly with the rights intended to protect and inform victims about the ongoing implications of the offenders' actions.