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The purpose of the program is to provide information and services to crime victims in accordance with Virginia's Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act.

Provides information regarding the rights and responsibilities of crime victims and witnesses in Virginia. Assists victims in participating effectively in the criminal justice system and provides referrals for necessary services.

Victim/Witness Assistance Program will attempt to make you familiar with steps involved in bringing your case to trial and with services that are available to assist you in this difficult time.

Provides assistance and support to victims of crime, including explaining the court process, courtroom accompaniment, referrals for emergency services and crisis needs, help in completing forms, intercession with other criminal justice agencies, and support throughout the criminal justice process.

Assists victims of crime and crime witnesses by providing information and referrals and support services during the legal process.

Offers crisis intervention, court accompaniment, social service referrals, assistance with restitution and compensation claims, accompanies clients to meetings with law enforcement, prosecutors, and other agencies.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for city victims of crime. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

Victim Witness Program ensure that Loudoun County crime victims and witnesses receive fair and compassionate treatment while participating in the criminal justice system and seek to aid the victims of crime with emotional support, practical aid, and advocacy.

The primary goal is to assist crime victims and their families throughout the criminal justice process, and to ensure that they receive fair and compassionate treatment.

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.

This program assists both crime victims and witnesses of the County of Pittsylvania through the criminal justice system. It supports and helps those who are emotionally, financially, and physically injured or impacted by a crime

Provides direct services to victims and witnesses of crime. These services are defined as those efforts that respond to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims, assist victims of crime to stabilize their lives after victimization, assist victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system, and provide victims with information and referrals for services. The program advocates for the victim to assure that the victim of crime is accorded fairness, dignity and respect by the officers, employees of the Commonwealth and it's political subdivisions and officers of the courts as provided by law. Services provided include: Monitoring restitution payments to ensure that they are being made in a timely fashion * assist in filing for Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund * provide intervention and follow-up counseling * notification of the prisoner's status, provide you with employer intercession * assist in writing Impact Statements * assist in return of property being held for evidence * updates on case status * go to court with victim or witness * provide referral to other resources * assist in obtaining protection * advance notice of judicial proceedings.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for victims of crime; will provide an update on the status of the pending criminal case; are available to explain the prosecution procedure (i.e., what is expected of the victim, and what the victim may expect); will address safety concerns of the victim and will work with employer or school to advocate for the victim; assist with victim compensation. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment throughout the prosecution process; will provide an update on the status of the pending criminal case; are available to explain the prosecution procedure (i.e. what is expected of the victim, and what the victim may expect); will address safety concerns of the victim and will work with employer or school to advocate for the victim; assist with victim compensation. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

Responds to the needs of victims and witnesses of crime. The program's goal is to ensure that such persons are made aware of their rights and the services available to them. If you are the victim of a crime or subpoenaed to appear as a witness to a crime, please contact the Victim/Witness Program so that we may make you aware of our many resources and helpful information.

Provides advocacy and support for victims of domestic violence. Call the Victim/Witness Program if: *for questions about your role as a witness; *would like an explanation of court procedures or a courtroom tour before you testify; *want assistance filing for victims' compensation; *need a referral to social services agencies that provide emergency financial assistance; *would like someone to escort you to court; *have received crime related threats or harassment; *need information regarding the status of your case; *want a referral to legal aid. If you are the victim of a crime you may be entitled to the following: *PROTECTION: separate waiting area while your case is being heard. *FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: prompt return of property being held as evidence as the conclusion of the case and information about filing for Crime Victims' Compensation. *NOTIFICATION: employer contact to ensure that you are excused from work while appearing in court as a victim or witness. Case status and disposition information about your case. Notification from a local jail or the penitentiary of the convicted assailant's release or name change. Notification from the Attorney General's Office of an appeal being granted (All upon written request which can be accomplished through the Victim/Witness Program) without cost to you. *VICTIM INPUT: submission of a victim impact statement after defendant's conviction. Ability to remain in court during your case, unless excluded as a material witness or by order of the court. *COURTROOM ASSISTANCE: confidentiality of your address, phone number and place of employment (on request). Provision of an interpreter during court proceedings. *RESTITUTION: the defendant can be ordered by the court to pay a restitution to the victim of the crime. If the victim has had medical costs, damage or loss resulting from an offense, the court may order the victim be reimbursed by the defendant.

Advocacy program assisting victims of crime in Lee County Virginia, the Town of Jonesville and the Town of Pennington Gap

The program assists victims throughout the criminal justice process to include providing courtroom explanations, courtroom escorts, assist with safety issues and needs, referrals to counselors and other area resources, petitioning for protective orders, assistance in payment of medical bills for crime related injuries, placement in a shelter or safe house, and more.

The Victim-Witness Assistance Program helps victims and witnesses of crimes by providing information and support throughout the court process.

Provides direct services to victims and witnesses of crime. These services are defined as those efforts that respond to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims, assist victims of crime to stabilize their lives after victimization, assist victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system, and provide victims with information and referrals for services.

The Victim Services Section provides immediate and direct support and assistance to crime victims, their families and witnesses suffering emotionally, financially and physically.

Provides crisis intervention, court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for Rockbridge County and the City of Lexington victims of crime. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

Provides assistance through the criminal justice process to victims and witnesses of crime.

Provides crisis intervention, court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for victims and/or witnesses of crimes.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for city victims of crime. Provides an update on the status of the pending criminal case. Available to explain the prosecution procedure (i.e. what is expected of the victim, and what the victim may expect). Addresses safety concerns of the victim and will work with employer or school to advocate for the victim. Assists with victim compensation. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes. For emergencies, please call (540)665-6383.