What services are available to victims of crime?
Information about what services are available for crime victims can be found on the .
Victim Support provides a free and confidential, nationwide support service for people affected by crime and trauma. Support Workers provide someone to talk with after a traumatic event, as well as practical information and support to answer your questions, connect with other services, or participate in the justice process. Visit Victim Support¡¯s or call 0800 842 846 to find out more about the support available for you.
Where a Police prosecution occurs the court victim advisers (employed by the Courts) offer free, confidential and professional services to victims of crime
The role of court victim advisers is to:
- provide information to victims about the case that relates to them
- advise victims about their rights in the court process
- help victims participate in the court system.
A court victim adviser will contact you after the defendant¡¯s first appearance in court. Or you can contact an Adviser through your local court.