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

Criminal Justice System

Drunk Driving Victims Bill of Rights

V.I.N.E. Victim Notification System

QUICK LINKS

New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women

Essex County Family Court

Domestic Violence Unit

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