CROW WING COUNTY
Services
If you've been affected by a crime, we're here to support you with a range of free services designed to help you cope and recover.
Support Services
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Crisis intervention
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Reassurance and support
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Personal advocacy
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Information on victim rights
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Referrals to other sources of help
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Assistance with harassment restraining orders
Financial Services
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Completion of Reparations forms
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Assistance with court ordered Restitution
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Emergency funds
Court-related Services
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Information about the criminal justice system
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Support in court and other court-related proceedings
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Updates about case status
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Notification of court proceedings
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Victim impact statements
As a crime victim, you have these rights:
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The right to be treated with fairness and with respect
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The right to be reasonably protected from the accused offender
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The right to be notified of court proceedings
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The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the offense, unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at the trial
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The right to confer with an attorney
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The right to restitution
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The right to information about the conviction, sentencing, imprisonment and release of the offender
You should also know:
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Tampering with a witness is against the law
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Witnesses do not have to state their addresses in court
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Victims have the right to a secure waiting area during court
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Employers may not discipline or dismiss victims or witnesses who are called to testify
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You have the right to request a convicted sex offender be tested for HIV