Victimology is the study of victimization, including the relationships between victims and offenders, the interactions between victims and the criminal justice system — that is, the police and courts, and corrections officials — and the connections between victims and other social groups and institutions, such as the media, businesses, and soc... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victimology
branch of criminology that scientifically studies the relationship between an injured party and an offender by examining the causes and the nature of ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/v/20