Problem: After you have watched the video clip featuring Victoria Ruvolo as well as the related article on her case, please discuss the following:
- Do you agree with Victoria Ruvolo's reasoning in addressing the court for leniency on the youthful offender who caused her harm?
- Aside from the value of victim impact statements, should victims be involved in the process of determining the sentence for the offenders who harmed them? What are the benefits and possible shortcomings in allowing this to happen?