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Suffolk Victim/Witness Services, located in the office of the
Commonwealth's Attorney, helps ensure that crime victims and witnesses
receive fair and compassionate treatment while participating in
the criminal justice system. This program was instituted by Suffolk's
Commonwealth's Attorney, C. Phillips "Phil" Ferguson, in 1983.
At that time, Suffolk was one of the few localities in the State
of Virginia with such a program. It began with a part-time director,
who was also an investigator. In 1986, a full-time director was
hired through a State Grant and now there are a total of five
persons in the program under the directorship of 26 year victim
advocate veteran, Diane Bryant.
Over 90% of the cost of this program is paid for with State
and Federal Grant funds, yet 100% of the services go to
the citizens of Suffolk who may be victims of or witnesses to
crime.
As a victim or witness, your role is an important one. However, the responsibilities involved may be unfamiliar to you. This website is designed to acquaint you with the steps involved in bringing a case to trial and your role in the process. It also describes your rights as a victim or witness, and the various services available to you.
Victim/Witness Services & After Hours Docket Info Line: (757) 514-4366
Facsimile: (757) 923-2253
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
(Closed on State Holidays)
Director: Diane Bryant { E-Mail: dbryant@oca.city.suffolk.va.us }
Assistant Directors: Sonya L. Abbott, Dorothy Alphin
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