Purpose

The purpose of the Victim Services Unit is to provide support and encouragement to all victims of crime.

Victim & Witness Bill of Rights

If you are a victim of crime, or have witnessed a crime, you have the right to:

Be treated with dignity and compassion Be protected from intimidation and harm Be informed (concerning the criminal justice process) Be compensated (if eligible) and/or receive restitution

Be able to preserve your property and employment Receive due process in criminal court proceedings Receive special attention by all criminal justice, medical, and social service agencies if you are handicapped or have special needs.

Victimization

The major types of victimization include, but are not limited:

Adult Victimization Child Victimization Domestic Violence Harassment

Homicide Physical Injury Sexual Assault