The victim assistant can accompany and support victims through all stages of the criminal justice process such as law enforcement interviews, line-ups, testimony, deposition, trial, sentencing, injunction, hearings, etc. The victim assistant provides emotional support dealing with the initial issues and feelings the victim may have. Referrals for counseling are made to Wake Forest University Counseling Center and agencies off campus. The Victim Assistant is available to speak to the campus community about the Victim Assistance Program and other related topics. For more information or to request a speaker, call the program at 758-4332.
Victims have a right to be treated with dignity and compassion.
Victims have a right to protection from intimidation and harm. Victims have a right to be informed concerning the criminal justice process. Victims have a right to provide input into the criminal justice process, especially at such key points as plea bargaining, sentencing, and parole release hearings. Victims have a right to receive restitution. Victims have a right to preservation of property and employment.