VICTIM ADVOCATES
Answering the call to be there for victims and witnesses are members of the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office’ Victim Advocates.
Victim advocates are trained professionals who provide support to victims and witnesses of crimes. This support can be in the form of emotional support, providing victims’ rights information, finding and providing resources such as shelter and victim compensation, and more.
Many times, our victim advocates accompany victims and witnesses to court appearances, appointments with deputy district attorneys, and other criminal justice related proceedings.
Carefully selected from pools of applicants, our office only retains the highest quality victim advocates in the profession. Our commitment to quality of compassion is foremost over all other considerations.
WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU…
The services and roles performed by our victim advocates far exceeds what we document here on our website.
HELP
- Crisis Intervention And Emergency Services: Our Victim Advocates offer crime-related crisis counseling and, when necessary, emergency services: food, shelter, clothing, medical care, and transportation.
- Special Services To Victims Of Sexual Assault And Domestic Violence: Victim Advocates are trained to assist with the special needs of sexual assault and domestic violence victims and can provide emergency assistance.
- Referral To Community Agencies For Counseling And Other Resources: Our personnel are familiar with local, state, and national resources. We can provide specific information so you can get the help you need.
SUPPORT
- Orientation To The Criminal Justice System: Dealing with the criminal justice system can be intimidating, confusing, and frustrating. A Victim Advocate can explain your rights as a victim and provide information about the process of the criminal justice system.
- Notification Services: Our staff can provide information about the status of a case before, during, and after prosecution.
- Court Support: Appearing in court can be intimidating and inconvenient. A Victim Advocate can help coordinate your scheduled appearance and let you know what to expect. When needed, Victim Services Advocates accompany victims, witnesses, and family members to court proceedings for support.
- State Victim Compensation: Victims, or their families, may be eligible for reimbursement through California’s Victim Compensation Program for out-of-pocket expenses resulting from a crime. Funds may be available for medical and hospital expenses, lost wages or support, funeral expenses, mental health counseling, and physical therapy.
WITNESS SERVICES
Victim advocates from our office are able to provide assistance to witnesses of crimes, such as:
- Orientation To The Criminal Justice System: Dealing with the criminal justice system can be intimidating, confusing, and frustrating. A Victim Advocate can explain your rights as a witness and provide information about the process of the criminal justice system.
- Notifications: Our staff can provide information about the status of a case before, during, and after prosecution.
- Court Support: Appearing in court can be intimidating and inconvenient. A Victim Advocate can help coordinate your scheduled appearance and let you know just what to expect. When needed, Victim Services Advocates accompany victims, witnesses, and family members to court proceedings for support.
CONTACT A VICTIM ADVOCATE
To speak with a victim advocate, locate the victim service center nearest you.
Joshua Tree
Victim Services Center
6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Office : (760) 366-5740
Rancho Cucamonga
Victim Services Center
8303 Haven Avenue, 4th Floor
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Office : (909) 945-4241
San Bernardino
Victim Services Center
303 W. 3rd Street
San Bernardino, CA 92415
Office : (909) 382-3846
San Bernardino – Juveniles
Victim Services Center
303 W. 3rd Street
San Bernardino, CA 92415
Office : (909) 382-3846
Victorville
Victim Services Center
15371 Civic Dr., 1st Floor
Victorville, CA 92392
Office : (760) 552-6947