The Butler County Sheriff’s Office Victim Assistance Program was created in June 1997. Our mission is to empower victims of misdemeanor crimes by serving as the liaison of communication between the courts and the victim, providing support both during and after a victim’s involvement in the court system.
Support services include: crisis intervention, emotional support, victim notification, victim of crime compensation claim forms, restitution support, court escort and assistance in the preparation of protective orders in specific cases of domestic violence in both the Civil and Criminal court. We believe that all persons have a right to live free of violence and to have a voice in the judicial process.
When you or a family member are a victim of a crime it often leaves you feeling scared and insecure, and the court process can leave you feeling confused. We want you to know that you do not have to go through this difficult time alone.
The Victim Assistance Program provides the following services:
Weekly support group for the victims of domestic violence
Information about the criminal justice process in both civil and criminal court
Court advocacy throughout all stages of the criminal justice process
Court escort
Crisis intervention
Assistance in obtaining protection orders
Notification of you rights as a crime victim
Victim representation in court proceedings at the request of the victim
Notification and explanation of court dates and times
Information and referrals to community resources
Assistance in applying for compensation under the Ohio Crime Victim Compensation Program
Please Call for additional information:
| Hamilton | West Chester Office |
| 887-3430 | 759-7285 |
| 785-5143 |
