The 3rd Judicial Prosecutors Office supports victims of crimes both inside the courtroom and helps victims navigate through the judicial system.
Our program provide a variety of informational, referral and personal support services to crime victims in court related cases.
Some of these services include:
• Step-by-step explanations about the criminal court process
• Notification about case developments.
• Emotional support through the court process, including accompaniment to meetings and court proceedings.
• Assistance with restitution during prosecution for property loss or damage resulting from the crime.
• Referrals to other community services such as local shelters, the domestic abuse court advocate, group or personal counseling providers and area support groups, etc.
• Assistance in seeking reimbursement through the Arkansas Crime Victims Reparations Board for various out-of-pocket expenses such as medical, funeral, counseling expenses, etc. resulting from the crime.
• Assistance in registering for victim notification through the V.I.N.E. electronic notification system and/or the Arkansas Department of Correction (ADC).
The services of the Prosecutor’s Victim/Witness Program are free of charge. If you are a victim of a crime committed in either Lawrence, Randolph, Jackson or Sharp counties, we may be able to help you.
Our mission is to keep you better informed about your case.
If you are a victim of crime:
• Report the incident to the police
• Cooperate fully with law enforcement
• Take necessary steps to prevent further violation or intimidation
For more information click on the contact tab for offices in your county.
