The victim assistance department is designed to provide information and support to victims of crime as their case proceeds through the criminal justice system. This includes the following:
- Accompanying victims to court.
- Informing victim of the status of their case.
- Advocating on behalf of victims.
- Providing emergency transportation to court.
- Informing victims of their rights.
- Connecting victims to the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office for Victim Reparation funds.
- Discussing victim safety and assisting victim in creating a safety plan.
- Providing referrals.
- Providing the victim an orientation to the criminal justice system.
- Encouraging employer and family support.