VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
9311 Lee Avenue, Suite 200
Manassas, VA 20110
PHONE: 703-792-8220 - FAX: 703-792-8118
E-MAIL: [email protected]
The Victim Witness Assistance Program (VWAP), administered by the Commonwealth’s Attorney, Amy Ashworth, was established in 1989 to assist crime victims and their families through the criminal justice process. The primary purpose of this program is to provide information, support and assistance to those who are emotionally, financially and physically affected as the result of a crime. The Program currently staffs sixteen (16) employees, six of whom are supported by a Department of Criminal Justice Services grant, as well as volunteers to support crime victims and witnesses in Prince William County, and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park.
VWAP provides information and explanations of Virginia's Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act (Virginia Code 19.2-11.01) and all services encompassed by this Act, to include but not limited to: victim and witness protection options; financial assistance options; notifications; victim input; courtroom assistance; responding to the emotional, physical and psychological needs of crime victims; assisting crime victims in stabilizing their lives after victimization; assisting victims with understanding and participating in the criminal justice system; providing victims with information and referrals for services. View the Victim Witness Frequently Asked Questions, or click on the links for more information (below):
VIRGINIA'S CRIME VICTIM AND WITNESS RIGHTS ACT
As a victim or witness of crime, you have certain rights under Virginia's Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act. There are specific steps you must take to receive these rights (see below for a brief summary). For detailed information, please contact the Victim Witness Assistance Program at 703-792-8220 or the Virginia Crime Victim Assistance Info-Line at 1-888-887-3418.
Confidentiality: To request confidentiality, you must file a Request for Confidentiality Form. Please contact the Victim Witness office to obtain the form.
Notification of Court dates: You may access the Online Case Information System (https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/ocis) to check or confirm the court date. This site also gives you a “subscribe” option if you would like to receive email or text message updates related to your case(s).