RULE 9.143. CRIME VICTIMS
In all criminal and juvenile delinquency proceedings pursuant
to these rules:
(a)
Victim. For purposes of this rule a victim shall be
defined as set forth in article I, section 16(e), Florida Constitution.
(b)
Record. The record on appeal shall include any filing by
a victim or other authorized filer on the victim’s behalf made part of
the court file in accordance with Florida Rule of General Practice
and Judicial Administration 2.420(b)(1)(A).
(c)
Assertion of Victim’s Rights. A victim seeking to invoke
a right under article I, section 16, of the Florida Constitution may
file a motion in the court in which the matter is pending.
Committee Note
2022 Adoption. This rule responds to the 2018 amendment of
article I, section 16, Florida Constitution, and is not intended to
confer party status on a victim.
Source: Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure, effective September 4, 2025.
View the official rules: Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure — The Florida Bar (PDF)