A DUI/DWI Victim Impact Panel is a small group of 2-4 persons who speak briefly about a vehicle crash caused by an impaired or intoxicated driver in which they were injured or in which a friend or family member was injured or killed. Persons who have been charged with DUI/DWI criminal offenses are often required to attend a Victim Impact Panel to better understand and remember the devastating consequences of driving while impaired or intoxicated.

Victims who speak at Victim Impact Panels do not blame or judge the people listening and only seek to share their own tragic stories in a way that may help others understand the lasting effects of impaired driving—while giving the speakers the opportunity to heal and find some small amount of meaning in their tragedies.

Victim Impact Panels are available both live and online and are sponsored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

In Pennsylvania, DUI/DWI Victim Impact Panels are part of the educational and rehabilitative efforts aimed at reducing drunk driving and its tragic consequences. While Pennsylvania law does not mandate attendance at a Victim Impact Panel for all DUI/DWI offenders, judges may include it as a condition of probation or part of a diversion program. These panels are typically facilitated by organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and involve victims or family members of victims sharing their experiences with the effects of impaired driving. The goal is not to assign blame but to raise awareness about the real-world impact of driving under the influence. The availability of these panels varies by county, and some may offer online options to fulfill this requirement. It's important for those ordered to attend a Victim Impact Panel to ensure it meets the standards set forth by the court or probation department.