Criminal Justice Advocacy

What We Do

• A criminal justice advocate does believe you and help protect your rights.
• A criminal justice advocate does provide support and assistance to you and your family and friends throughout the legal process.
• A criminal justice advocate does answer any and all questions regarding the legal aspects of rape and sexual assault.
• A criminal justice advocate does facilitate communication between you and the courts and/or the police and can accompany you to court or to visits with the police or prosecutor.
• A criminal justice advocate does help you write your Victim Impact Statement
• A criminal justice advocate does help you access programs set up for victims of crime including Crime Victims Compensation Program.
• A criminal justice advocate does believe you regardless of the outcome of the trial.

What We Don't Do

• A criminal justice advocate does not make any decisions for you.
• A criminal justice advocate does not give legal advice.
• A criminal justice advocate does not work with perpetrators of sexual violence.
• A criminal justice advocate does not release information about you to anyone for any reason without your written consent.
• A criminal justice advocate does not state our Agency name when calling you, unless you say it is okay.
• A criminal justice advocate does not do anything you will not know about.

Criminal Justice System
Helpful Links to How the System Works

If the sexual assault is reported to the police and the perpetrator is arrested, then the courtroom procedure begins. For many people who have not been involved in the criminal justice system, sometimes it can be confusing and frustrating. To learn more about our local and national criminal justice offices click below on the following links or call SAC for more information.

Floyd County Victim Witness Office

The National Center for Victims of Crime

Georgia Victim's Compensation Program
 

As the victim of a crime in Georgia, you may be eligible for victim's compensation benefits through The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. These benefits may reimburse victims or their legal guardians for counseling, medical or other expenses that are the direct result of a sexual assault. For more information, including eligibility requirements, please contact CJCC at (404) 559-4949 or call the Sexual Assault Center of NW GA for application materials and assistance in filing a claim. Filing an application for compensation does not guarantee payment. The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will review the application and make a determination regarding eligibility for compensation benefits. You can also access the information online by clicking on the link below.

http://ganet.org/cjcc/victimscomp.html

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