Reporting is not required to receive crisis counseling or medical care. Because being a crime victim can be both physically and psychologically traumatic in the short and long term, many victims seek the support of family, friends or professionals throughout their recovery. Financial Recovery Victims may be able to obtain financial recovery from their victimization through their state victim compensation program. To obtain more information about the type of compensation available, or to obtain the phone number of a particular state's compensation program, contact the local prosecuting attorney, or call the Center's FYI program. Police will work with prosecuting attorneys to bring about criminal action against perpetrators.
Victims have many rights within the criminal justice system.
For an explanation of those rights available to you, please contact your local police or your prosecutor's office. On the Street Don't walk alone after dark. Make it difficult for anyone to take you by surprise. Stay on populated, well-lighted streets. You can also head for people, lights, traffic, or run and scream.