VICTIM/WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Serving the County of Butte
The Victim/Witness Program was created to help reduce the amount of trauma victims of crime experience. The Victim/Witness Assistance Center cares about the needs of victims and witnesses of crime, and provides personalized services to meet their needs. Program assistance responds to immediate needs, connects clients to appropriate community resources, guides them through crimal justice proceedings, and facilitates the recovery of their loss.
YOUR RIGHTS AS A VICTIM
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to be informed about the progress and outcome of your case
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to be informed about social services agencies which can help you
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to be assisted by criminal justice system agencies
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to be informed about available compensation for your injuries and lost work time
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to be free from inconvenience during your participation within the criminal justice system
WHO DOES THE PROGRAM SERVE?
The program serves all persons who become victims or witnesses of crime - including their close family and loved ones. Since each person's needs are uniquely different, services are not limited to those listed.
SERVICES PROVIDED
- Immediate assistance
- Follow up care
- Assistance in court
- Recover of loss
If you are a victim of a crime and need assistance, call
Butte County Victim/Witness Assistance Center
25 County Center Drive, Suite 218
Oroville, CA 95965
Oroville Telephone Number (530) 538-7340
Chico Telephone Number (530) 891-2812
CALL TO SEE IF THEY CAN HELP YOU!
MARSY'S LAW
Victims' Bill of Rights
The California Constitution, Article 1, Section 28, confers certain rights to victims of crime as they are defined in the law. Those right include:
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Fairness and respect
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Protection from the defendant
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Victim safety considerations in setting bail and release conditions
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The prevention of the disclosure of confidential information
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Refusal to be interviewed by the defense
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Conference with the prosectuion and notice of pre-trial disposition
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Notice of and presence at public proceedings
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Appearance at court proceedings and expression of views
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Speedy trial and prompt conclusion of the case
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provision of information to the Probation Department
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Receipt of pre-sentence report
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Information about conviction, sentence, incarceration, release, and escape
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Restitution
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The prompt return of property
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Notice of parole procedures and release on parole
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Safety of victim and public are factors in parole release
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Information about these 16 rights
For more information on Marsy's Law, visit the Attorney General's website at: www.ag.ca.gov/victimservices or the Butte County District Attorney's Website: http://buttecounty.net/da/
RESIDENTIAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Remember the three D's of Burglary Prevention: Deter - Detect - Delay
Click the links to learn more about how to protect your home.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
The Paradise Police Department welcomes civic and student groups to tour the Police Station. Tours are offered by appointment only and conducted during the stations' business hours which are from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Groups learn about the responsibilities of the station, its personnel, and police equipment through activities that are both fun and educational. Most areas of the police station will be toured as long as no sensitive business or investigations are being conducted. Police patrol cars are available to tour as well. An average tour is approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Tours may be terminated if groups are disruptive, therefore, we ask there be a sufficient number of adults to provide supervision for children.
To schedule a tour, guest speaker, presentation, training, demonstration, or Police/Volunteer services at a community or private event, complete the Event Request Form and return to the Police Department at least 30 days in advance. After your form is received, you will be contacted by a department representative to discuss details and/or cost. The Paradise Police Department will make every effort to accomodate requests depending on conflicting staffing, emergencies, or other engagements.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 March 2013 12:32