Victim Witness Advocate | Hughes County

104 E. Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501

Eligibility

Victims of crimes are contacted by the Victim/Witness Advocate

Hours

8:00am - 5:00pm (CT), Monday - Friday

Fees

Call for information

Service area

Hughes County, SD

Description

The Victim Witness Assistance program explains court procedures and terminology, explains and assists with Victim Impact statements, offers to accompany to court proceedings, keeps victims up-to-date on status of case, offers referrals to agencies, helps prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distributes victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

Data provided by

HLC211 Helpline Center

Providing organization

Hughes County

Serving the citizens of Hughes County.