My mother was murdered June, 2021. It was ruled a suicide within minutes. A Mcgj investigation is ongoing? My rights?

Question

My mother was killed in June 2022 and it was ruled as suicide at the scene of a place she didn’t know and had never been on a river bed. A multi county grand jury is supposedly investigating. I was 17 years old at the time this happened and no one ever informed me she died. Do I have any kind of victim rights to be able to know what is going on? My adopted father, abused my mother often and held a gun against her head on many occasions.

James L. Arrasmith · Answer

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and the circumstances surrounding her death. As a victim of a violent crime, you may have certain rights under state and federal law, including the right to be informed about the progress of any investigation or legal proceedings related to your mother's death. 
 
The specific rights available to you may depend on the laws in your state and the details of your situation. However, some common victim rights include the right to be informed about the status of the investigation and any charges filed, the right to be notified of court proceedings, and the right to be heard in court or provide input on decisions related to the case. 
 
To learn more about your rights as a victim and the resources available to you, you may want to contact a local victim advocacy organization or a criminal defense attorney who can assist you in understanding the legal process and your options for seeking justice for your mother.

Q: My mother was murdered June, 2021. It was ruled a suicide within minutes. A Mcgj investigation is ongoing? My rights?