Leon County Sheriff's Office, Victim Advocate Unit

Description:

*Provide emotional and moral support, conduct on-scene crisis intervention and grief & bereavement counseling
*Act as a liaison between victim, deputies, detectives, and community-based agencies, identify and inform victims of their rights under the law
*Educate law enforcement and victims of new laws pertaining to specific victimization
*Provide information about professional counseling and support groups
*Offer assistance with filing crime victim!€™s compensation to help with lost wages, medical, counseling, and funeral expenses
*Help prepare victims for court injunction hearings, provide court advocacy and accompaniment
*Provide transport to court, referrals to emergency shelter, and safety planning. Assist victims in obtaining cellular phones for 911 emergencies
*Assists victims in navigating the Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) Services which allows victims to register and receive updates on incarcerated criminals release date

Intake Process:

Call

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Victims of crimes and their families

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

April 10, 2024