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Victim Assistance Legal Advocacy offered by King County Prosecuting Attorney in Seattle

Victim Assistance Legal Advocacy offered by King County Prosecuting Attorney in Seattle

Legal advocacy is provided by information mailed to victims and personal advocacy provided by the staff.   Two categories of crimes have been targeted for more direct service to and contact with victims by VAU staff. -  1) Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Cases: Victims of domestic violence within unincorporated King County.   -  2) Homicide/Criminal Loss of Life Cases: Outreach to families and friends who desire information regarding a case; proactive position taken by the Unit on any homicide, vehicular homicide, and vehicular assault cases. Services may include legal support through court accompaniment and information, and a realistic presentation of options.    Drop-in child care provided by the Children's Home Society at the Regional Justice Center for parents while they appear in court.

Location

516 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

Hours

M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm.

Application process

Individuals will be contacted by restitution staff.

Eligibility

Crime victim or family member of a crime victim.

Fee

None.

Languages

Interpreter services

Agency info

King County Prosecuting Attorney

Prosecutes all felonies committed in King County and misdemeanors committed in unincorporated areas. Provides information, assistance and advocacy for crime victims within King County’s criminal justice system with additional advocacy for domestic violence crime victims and homicide cases.