Victims Advocate Program

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The Midlothian Police Department Victim's Advocate Program was established in 2017 to aid victims of crime with navigating the Victims' Compensation Program. The Victims Advocate Coordinator works closely with the victim and/or the victim's family to assist with any needs that may arise. Our office provides assistance with obtaining compensation for the following: funeral cost, medical bills, and needed referrals. Our Coordinator is available to serve as your advocate after a traumatic life event. 

Services We Provide as the Victims Advocate:

  • Assistance with legal referrals for documentation preparation
  • Safety planning
  • Emergency shelter
  • Emergency shelter for men
  • Emergency shelter or community based relocation
  • Homeless
  • Groceries available to victims of a crime and victims' families in need
  • Human and sex trafficking
  • Criminal justice support and advocacy
  • Assist with victim impact statements
  • Accompany victims and their family members through the criminal justice proceedings