Victim/Witness Assistance Program - Norfolk, Norfolk Commonwealth Attorney
835 Glenrock Road, Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23502
Eligibility
Must be a victim of crime committed in Norfolk to be eligible for most services.
Application process
Most referrals are provided by the Commonwealth's Attorney's office or from police reports.
Service area
Norfolk, VA
Description
Liaison between prosecutors, victims, and witnesses in criminal cases. Assists victims in the filing of crime victim compensation claims, monitors the payment of restitution, keeps victims and witnesses apprised of ongoing case status, and provides referrals to available community services as appropriate.
What's Here
Providing organization
Office of the Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney
Prosecutes court cases that include felonies, misdemeanors and violations of local ordinances. Also, in charge of the Victim-Witness Assistance Program.