Articles and books are available that describe the diverse problems and varied psychological responses to victimization. Other items cover topics related to substance abuse, juvenile delinquency, working with the elderly, aids, and gang crime. The library has many booklets, brochures and pamphlets on issues that crime victims often face. For example, there are brochures explaining the D.C. criminal justice system. Finally, there is literature on issues related generally to mental health and descriptive brochures explaining different social service agencies.
Some brochures are in Spanish.
In addition to books and articles, the library also has newsletters, training manuals, journals and videotapes. One important journal that we carry is Journal of Interpersonal Violence. There are issues dating back to 1991. The right to be reasonably protected from the accused offender. The right to be notified of court proceedings.