Mission
The mission of the Victim-Witness Assistance Program is to comply with the Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights and the Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act by supporting and aiding crime victims and witnesses as they interact with the criminal justice system. Our program is administered through the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and focuses on assistance and referrals to victims, their families, and witnesses throughout the court process.
Rights & Services
As a victim of crime you may be entitled to many different rights and services. Contact your local Victim-Witness Assistance Program to see which apply to you.
- The Right to Courtroom Assistance
- The Right to Financial Assistance
- The Right to Information
- The Right to Participation
- The Right to Reasonable Protection
Information by Type of Crime
