If a PSI contains losses for a victim, which section does this reflect?

• A. Victim impact
• B. Impact on community
• C. Cost impact
• D. Legal considerations

Answer: (A)

In a Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) report, the part that records what the victim suffered—financial losses, injuries, and other harms—is the victim impact section. This section gathers details about the harm to the victim, including monetary losses and non-monetary effects like pain, fear, or disruption to life. It helps the court understand the actual consequences of the offense on the person harmed and can inform decisions about restitution and appropriate sentencing.

The other areas focus on different aspects: the impact on the community looks at broader societal effects, cost impact covers financial costs to the system or stakeholders, and legal considerations address guidelines and requirements for sentencing. That’s why the victim impact section is the best fit for reflecting losses experienced by the victim.