Victim Services Unit

As a victim, you may experience:

• Shock
• Disbelief
• Guilt
• Shame or self-blame
• Anger 
• Difficulty concentrating
• Anxiety or depression
• Difficulty sleeping
• Post-traumatic stress

We can provide the following services:

• Crisis intervention
• Trauma-infomed care
• Safety planning
• Criminal justice support
• Referrals to community services
• Access to information and application assistance

You may qualify for Alabama Crime Victims Compensation if:

• The crime was reported to law enforcement within 72 hours.
• An application for assistance is received within one year of the date of the crime. 
• The victim cooperates with the investigation.
• The victim did not contribute to the crime.