The Yolo County Victim Services Program helps victims of violent crimes. We are part of a California statewide program that helps victims and their families deal with the emotional impact and problems caused by the crime.

Victim Services helps victims of violent crime. If your case has not been referred to us yet and you would like our help please contact us. All of our services are free. You do not need an appointment and can just stop by.

• Counseling after the crime

• Emotional and financial follow up support

• Referrals to agencies with emergency aid for basic needs, housing, and medical care

• Filing for compensation through the state Victim Compensation Program

Our team is here to support you through the criminal justice system every step of the way. We know we cannot take the pain away or bring back a loved one, but we can help you and your families meet the immediate and long-term needs created by crime in their lives.

If you would like a victim advocate assigned to your case or would like to learn more about what our advocates can do for you, please feel free to contact us. Our office is open 8:00AM – 12:00PM and 1:00PM to 5:00PM Monday thru Friday.

On November 4, 2008 , the voters of the State of California approved Proposition 9, the Victim’s Bill of Rights Act of 2008, also Known as Marsy’s Law. This law became effective November 5, 2008 and applies “in all matters which arise and to all proceedings held after the effective date of this act”

A “victim” is defined as a person who suffers direct or threatened physical, psychological, or financial harm as a result of the commission or attempted commission of a crime or delinquent act.

The purpose of Proposition 9 is to provide crime victims with rights to justice and due process, including the right to reasonable notice and to be heard during critical stages of the justice system, and the right to a speedy and just punishment of the person who committed the crime. Proposition 9 also amends Section 28 or Article 1 of the California Constitution, which was originally enacted as part of Proposition 8, and adds a number of victim rights to the California Constitution.

I pledge to you that we will do everything possible to ensure that you get the services you except and deserve. Our goal here is to bring into better balance the weighty rights of criminals with the rights of our crime victims. The Yolo County District Attorney’s Office will continue to make sure all victims of crime are aware of their rights and to ensure that these rights are enforced.

Thank you,

Jeff W. Reisig
Yolo County District Attorney

Please feel free to fill out our optional survey regarding your experience with Victim Services. All you need is the entry number associated with your case.

Victim Services Survey