Provides direct services to victims and witnesses of crime.

The Nottoway County Victim Witness Assistance Program helps to ensure that victims and witnesses of crime in Nottoway County are treated fairly and with compassion while participating in the criminal justice system. The purpose of the program is to assist victims and witnesses during their involvement in the criminal justice system by providing a number of services and information in accordance with Virginia's Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act.

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

MADD provide support to drunk driving crash victims, and support to bereaved families in Richmond and statewide. Support includes emotional support, help through the criminal justice system and information on resources for financial support. MADD is unable to provide financial support to individuals.

To fill critical gaps in services for victims of crime through direct service programs and professional support of victim advocates and organizations.

Provides victims and/or witnesses services that include protection; financial assistance (compensation for travel, property return, restitution, and victims' compensation); notification (employer intercession, status of release of defendants of prisoners, notification of prisoner appeals or habeas corpus and change in court dates); victim input (right to remain the courtroom, victim impact statement, victim input); and courtroom assistance.

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

Assists Crime victims and witnesses through the criminal justice system.

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.

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 cases and 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 and emergency protective orders. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes. Victim Services Coordinator is Lori Jones.

Public safety presentations. Assistance with legal questions. Services for the collateral effects of victimization.

Helps victims and witnesses of crimes by providing information and support throughout the court process.

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.

Administers the Victim/Witness Programs which has been established to reduce the confusion and trauma that victims and witnesses of crimes experience by explaining the criminal process, and to ensure that these people are aware of the services available to them under the law. Contact the Victim/Witness Program at (540)332-3703 for more information.

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.

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.

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 direct services to victims and witnesses of crime. 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.

Provides direct services to victims and witnesses of crime.

Help to insure that crime victims and witnesses receive fair and compassionate treatment while participating in the criminal justice system.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for city 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.

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.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment throughout the prosecution process; will provide an update on the status of the pending criminal case; will be 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.

The Victim/Witness Assistance Program, operating within the office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, provides assistance to victims and witnesses of crime throughout the criminal justice process to ensure they are treated fairly and compassionately. This program also makes referrals to community services available to crime victims and witnesses.

Crisis Intervention- Counseling, reassurance, and support following the crime.Emergency Assistance- Referral for assistance to meet the immediate needs of victims for food, clothing, and shelter. Direct assistance to replace broken locks or windows to better insure safety following a crime (limited funds-1st come, 1st serve basis). Aids to overcoming obstacles to appearing in court (transportation, baby-sitting). Restitution Information- Aid victims in pursuit of court-ordered restitution. Employer/School Intercession- If conflicts arise in obtaining time away from work or school, you may request assistance from this Program. Victim Impact Statements- In felony cases, if the defendant is found guilty, the judge may withhold sentencing until a pre-sentence investigation is completed. This report provides information to the judge about the defendant's background and how the crime has impacted your life. Crime Victims Compensation- Assistance in preparing and submitting the required application in order to receive compensation from the state for designated expenses incurred as a result of crime. Victims of violent crime, or their survivors, may be eligible for financial compensation for out-of-pocket medical expenses, psychological counseling, lost wages, or funeral expenses. Expenses covered by insurance are not covered. Notification Assistance- If you would like to be notified when the defendant bonds out of jail or is otherwise released or transferred, please contact the Program office. Personal Property Held as Evidence- You may call to gain information concerning the possibility of recovering your personal property. Threats or Harassment- You may call the Program office if you receive crime-related threats or harassment. Notification of Your Rights as a Crime Victim- Contact the Program office for a complete explanation of the 1995 Virginia Victims' Bill of Rights.