Exploring Nature, Causes and Impacts: A Study on Complainant Victimization during Trial Process

Victimization of complainants in criminal justice system prohibits legal initiatives of any crime that gradually gripping the attention of victimologists to ensure equal rights of victims. The principle aim of this study is to explore the nature of victimization of complainants during trial stage. To fulfill this, the types of victimization as well as its causes and impact are also investigated. Quantitative research method is used here; that follows purposive sampling to collect data from 50 respondents. The study reveals a concerning trend: the victimization rate among female complainants is on the rise, with 44% reporting instances of victimization. Furthermore, individuals from rural areas appear to face a higher incidence of victimization during trials, constituting 54% of the affected population. In violent cases, 54% of the complainants’ experience victimization through various assaults, and a significant portion (64%) report being victimized more than once. Respondents highlight the misuse of law (72%) as a major cause, with 67% emphasizing the alarming economic impact of such victimization. This study underscores the detrimental effect of complainant victimization on public confidence in the justice system, urging the government to implement measures to eliminate this issue in criminal cases in Bangladesh.