Victim Services

We hope you are never the victim of a crime or other tragedy.  But if you are, ask the responding deputy for a VAP.  Our on-call Victim Advocate Program volunteer will respond quickly to offer the much-needed support in the immediate aftermath of the incident.

It is known that victims of crime and other trauma are greatly impacted by the early intervention that a Law Enforcement Advocate can offer.   While family and friends can be the long-term support system for a victim, they often do not have immediate access to community resources.  The VAP can provide guidance regarding the criminal justice process, housing when necessary for the safety of a victim, explanations for confusing law enforcement procedures, applications for medical or counseling expenses, and much more.  Their compassion and services can get a person on the road from victim to survivor.

Resources

 

Sign up for alerts on custody status changes and criminal case information at VINElink.com or by calling (888) 263-8463. 

 

• Learn more about your rights as a victim
• Hilltop's Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services
  If you are in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1 or our 24-Hour Crisis Line at (970) 241-6704
• The Mesa County Coroner’s Office 
• The Mesa County District Attorney’s Office
• Looking for more Western Colorado agencies? Visit 211
• For information on our U Visa certification process, click here.

TAKE SURVEY

 

Contact

Tracy Baker
Victim Services Coordinator
Office Phone: (970)244-3275
Email: Tracy.Baker@mesacounty.us