Phone(s)

(209) 468-2500 - ext. (Victim Witness Program)

Website

https://www.sjgov.org/department/da/victim-witness-services

Eligibility

Those who are a victim of a crime.

Fees

None

Services

Victim Witness provides counseling and crisis intervention services to victims. Services are provided to victims of crimes through a mobile crisis unit, responding to calls referred by law enforcement agencies. Services are also provided during office hours at the courthouse.

Victim witness assists victims with emergency support services and act as a liaison between law enforcement agencies, attorneys and victims. Court orientation is provided to victims and their families in regard to court procedures. Victim Witness also assists with restraining orders and completing/submitting an application for the Victim Compensation program.

The program may help pay for expenses related to a crime such as:

• Medical/dental treatment
• Mental health services
• Income loss
• Funeral/burial expenses
• Home/vehicle modifications
• Home security
• Loss of support (for dependents when a victim is killed).

Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm.

Filed Under

Legal Assistance , Advocacy