Victim/Witness Liaison Program

Program Description

The Victim-Witness Liaison Officer provides advocacy for victims and witnesses of crimes committed by juveniles. Victims and witnesses are presented a realistic knowledge of the operation of the Criminal and Juvenile Justice System and are assisted through the process from beginning to end.

Services

• Accompaniment
• Balanced and Restorative Justice (BARJ)
• Counseling
• Orientation to the Juvenile Justice System
• Court Preparation
• Transportation
• Advocacy
• Notification of all phases of the case
• Compensation Forms
• Assistance with preparing a Victim Impact Statement
• Victim Impact Class