Crime Victim Assistance Program

About the Program

Defendants convicted in Benton County are ordered to pay a fee that helps fund a crime victim program within the Prosecutor's Office.  This program keeps victims and witnesses informed of case progress, hearings and trial dates, collects restitution information and presents restitution orders for victims.  Victims are provided support during trial proceedings.  This includes telephone contacts, meetings at the office, referrals to appropriate social service agencies, sitting with victims during trial and providing victims and witnesses access to our office during trial.  Arrangements are made for victim input at the time of sentencing and victims are assisted in preparation of claims to the Crime Victim Compensation program.

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