The goal of the Federal Victim/Witness Assistance Program is to ensure that victims of federal crime are treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy. Victim/witness assistance and protection laws apply to all victims and witnesses of federal crime who have suffered physical, financial or emotional trauma. A variety of notification and assistance services are provided to victims and witnesses of federal crime by Assistant United States Attorneys and other U.S. Attorney's Office staff, with the assistance of federal and tribal law enforcement agencies.

Provides confidential service to all individuals who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault, including 24-hour crisis line, Support groups, Support in court, Assistance with restraining orders and orders for protection, Community education, including: in-services and workshops on domestic violence to any group, information and referrals, and assistance with legal, medical, social, and other services such as advocacy, safe shelter, transportation, food, and clothing.

Provides assistance to victims and survivors of drunk and drugged driving crashes. Services may include emotional support, victim events, Support groups, Literature, Guidance through the justice systems, Information and referrals, and 24-hour national Help Line for victims of substance impaired driving crashes. ​ MADD Victim Advocates may be able to provide assistance in completing applications for Crime Victim Compensation, a state program that assists with expenses that have occurred due to a crime. They may offer court accompaniment, court case monitoring, and assistance in preparing Victim Impact Statements as well as parole hearing statements, and other services. Support services are available for adult and children victims, survivors and families and friends who have been impacted by an impaired driving crash.

A domestic violence shelter that offers 24-hour crisis line for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Other services include support groups, court advocacy, shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking along with their children, crisis counseling, cape crisis services, protection orders, supervised visitation, neutral exchanges, food pantry, Common Sense Parenting and Birth to Three Responsive Parenting classes, and life skills training. Works with a local animal clinic to provide safe shelter for pets. Each case is addressed individually and based on whether or not the clinic is able to house the animal.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

Supports victims of sexual, relational, and family trauma who are involved with the court system. Services include observation and documentation of civil protection order hearings, promotion and public awareness of the court system, outreach to victims of violence at the courthouse, and information about services available at The Compass Center and in the community.

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.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

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, offer referrals to agencies, helps prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors

Provides 24-hour shelter for domestic violence / sexual assault victims and their children. The purpose of this agency is to provide a safe, warm environment for individuals and families whose lives are impacted by violence in the home. - 24-hour hotline that is answered by trained advocates - Weekly domestic violence support group - Weekly parenting class (Common Sense Parenting) - Education for clients on choices - Assistance is provided in obtaining a new home if needed - Assistance with Protection Orders and going to court proceedings - River City Family Visitation Center Individuals wishing to donate to the program should visit the website and see what is currently on the wish list.

The Victim-Witness Assistance program explains court procedures and terminology, explains and assists with Victim Impact statements, helps inform victim of their rights under Marsys Law, offers to accompany to court proceedings, keeps victims up-to-date on status of case, Offer referrals to agencies, Help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, works as the link between victims and prosecutors and can also help victim get signed up for SAVIN.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

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, Offer referrals to agencies, Help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, Distribute victims' compensation applications, and Works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

Works with victims of violent and non-violent crime by Notifying victims of their victims rights, Notification of hearings, Assisting to understand the status of their case in the criminal justice system, the criminal proceedings, and the criminal justice system in general, Assists victims in writing Victim Impact Statements, Assists victims in making restitution requests, and Notification of the Crime Victims Compensation Program and assist in filing applications.

Types of services provided: - Case management - Civil legal advocacy (protection orders, accompanying to court hearings) - Civil legal assistance (provided by attorney or paralegal) - Criminal justice advocacy/ court accompanying - Crisis intervention - Employment assistance (job training, coaching, supported or sheltered employment) - Forensic exam assistance (provided by nurse or forensic examiner) - Hospital/clinic accompanying - Language services (interpreters and translators) - Long term Care (assist with connecting to services for daily needs) - Peer Support connections - Personal Planning (assist victim/ survivor with goal-setting and develop plans to accomplish) - Respite (connect to short term care to victim/survivor to relieve primary caregiver[s]) - Transportation - Victim/Survivor advocacy (actions designed to assist victim/survivor in obtaining support, resources or services, including housing, employment shelter services, health care, victim's compensation, etc.)

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, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

The Victim-Witness Assistance program notifies victims of court dates, explains what the charges mean, explains the criminal justice system, assists victims in filling out applications for South Dakota Crime Victim's Compensation, assists victims in communication their needs, wishes, and restitution requests, refers victims to community services, including, but not limited to, counseling, social services, food, shelter, legal services, and Safe Harbor, and accompanies victims to court when needed. Victims of violent crime or vehicular battery, are entitled to certain rights under the provisions of the 1991 South Dakota Victims Rights Act. Although victims are entitled to be notified of rights by the prosecutor, they must inform the prosecutor if they want to exercise these rights.

The goal of the Federal Victim/Witness Assistance Program is to ensure that victims of federal crime are treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy. Victim/witness assistance and protection laws apply to all victims and witnesses of federal crime who have suffered physical, financial or emotional trauma. A variety of notification and assistance services are provided to victims and witnesses of federal crime by Assistant United States Attorneys and other U.S. Attorney's Office staff, with the assistance of federal and tribal law enforcement agencies.

Providing the following services to those affected by domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault: one-on-one support from an advocate, emergency shelter for people made homeless due to recent domestic violence, 24-hour crisis line where calls are 100% confidential and judgment free, advocacy support with Protection Orders, accommodations including housing, food, and personal supplies for victims of domestic and sexual violence, moral support, assistance with finding affordable housing, suitable employment, transportation, and applying for public assistance, accompaniment when seeking medical attention, legal, or court services, and creative conflict resolution techniques.

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, Offer referrals to agencies, Help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, Distribute victims' compensation applications, and Works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

WAVI works to create a community free of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, education, and support services. Services provided include emergency room response, court advocacy, assistance filing protection orders, assistance filing crime victim compensation, emotional support, temporary emergency shelter, comprehensive case management, supportive services, and information and referral.

The goal of the Federal Victim/Witness Assistance Program is to ensure that victims of federal crime are treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy. Victim/witness assistance and protection laws apply to all victims and witnesses of federal crime who have suffered physical, financial or emotional trauma. A variety of notification and assistance services are provided to victims and witnesses of federal crime by Assistant United States Attorneys and other U.S. Attorney's Office staff, with the assistance of federal and tribal law enforcement agencies.