Victim/Witness Services

Contact Information

Main - (970) 498-7285
Victim Compensation - (970) 498-7290
Witness Subpoena Line - (970) 498-7182

Overview

Our Mission: To assist Victims through the criminal justice process in an informative, supportive manner that enables them to be involved and provide input into the process.

Our Goal: To support the rights accorded victims while helping them move from being victims to becoming survivors.

The Victim/Witness Division supports and assists crime victims while their related cases are being prosecuted. Victim Witness staff provide information on the criminal justice system, court case updates, referrals and court accompaniment, as well as emotional support. Victims of violent personal injury crimes may be eligible to have certain expenses paid by the Crime Victim Compensation Fund which is administered by Victim Witness staff. Additional services provided by the division include witness coordination, and preparation of documentation to allow the court to order defendant(s) to reimburse victims for any economic loss that are a direct result of the crime (restitution). The division also administers the Victim and Law Enforcement Fund (V.A.L.E.) which provides supplemental funding to organizations and agencies who provide additional victim services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about Victim and Witness.

Other Information

Victim's Rights - In November 1992, Colorado voters passed an amendment to the Colorado Constitution giving victims of violent crime specific rights within the justice system.

Victim Compensation - Crime Victim Compensation provides financial assistance to eligible crime victims to lessen the financial burden placed upon them as a result of a crime.

Safety Planning Information for Victims

Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) Board

• Notice of Meeting - October 22, 2009
• Meeting Agenda - October 22, 2009
• Presentation Schedule - October 22, 2009
• 2010 Grant Application Guidelines
• Grant Funds Request for Proposal
• Grant Application Form
• Scholarship Awards