The Essex County Prosecutor’s Victim-Witness Advocacy Office recognizes that becoming a crime victim is a devastating experience. It is very important that you, as the victim or witness of a crime, have access to essential services to help you return to your everyday activities.
Further, the Office guides victims and witnesses to resources ranging from food, clothing, shelter, and daycare for pre-school children, to professional assistance in dealing with the psychological trauma of crime. Staff members also assist victims in gaining economic compensation for their losses through insurance, restitution, and the NJ Victims of Crime Compensation Office.
VICTIM WITNESS NEWS/ANNOUNCEMENTS – updated 01/03/2024
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Drunk Driving Victims Bill of Rights
V.I.N.E. Victim Notification System
QUICK LINKS
New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women
New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault
State Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy
New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Domestic Violence Hotline
1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
National Dating Abuse Helpline
1.866.331.9474 / Text: LOVEIS (77054)
Homicide/Major Crimes Tip Line
1.877.847.7432
Essex County Family Justice Center
1.973.230.7229
Essex County Child Advocacy Center:
Wynona’s House
1.973.753.1110
Essex County Rape Crisis Center:
Family Service League
1.877.733.CARE (2273)
N.J. Coalition Against Human Trafficking
c/o Jewish Federation of Greater
Metro West of New Jersey
1.973.929.3064
NJ DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN’S HOTLINE 1.877.652.2873
NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING RESOURCE CENTER 1.888.373.7888 (24-Hour Hotline)
Text: “BeFree” or 233733
HATE CRIMES 1.888.234.7906
CONTACT US
Essex County Prosecutor’s
Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy
1.973.621.4687Essex County Prosecutor’s Office
1.973.621.4700
