Claims Assistance - Assistance in completing the required financial claims forms with the State Of California Board of Control. Justice System Information Assistance - Assistance in understanding the criminal justice system, assistance and support during court appearances, and assistance in retrieving property held in evidence. Eligibility Information - Assistance in understanding the eligibility requirements for receiving programs services, and for receiving financial compensation for out of pocket expenses resulting from the crime. Information about the Criminal Justice System which should be of interest to victims and witnesses is available in the Web Site in the page titled Overview of the Criminal Justice System . You are encouraged to read that information in addition to the information contained in this page.
All people have hopes, plans, and dreams for their families, their jobs, and their lives.
Many people see some, perhaps not all, of their dreams come true. Last year, some 31 million Americans victimized by crime saw part of their hopes, plans, and dreams altered. Victims and witnesses often experience trauma resulting from a crime, which can be increased by their involvement with the criminal justice process. The victims movement has a rich history. Some dreams have come true.