What right is guaranteed to crime victims regarding their personal property?

The right guaranteed to crime victims regarding their personal property is the ability to have it returned by law enforcement. This right acknowledges that victims often have personal items that may be critical to their lives and livelihoods, which were involved in a criminal incident. After a crime has been reported and the investigation is complete, law enforcement agencies have procedures in place to return items to victims, provided these items are no longer needed as evidence.

This right is essential for supporting victims' recovery and helps ensure that they are not further victimized by the loss of personal belongings. While compensation for lost items and valuation information can be important aspects of recovery, the straightforward right to reclaim personal property that was involved in a crime is a foundational principle of victim's rights.