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Crime and justice
Victims and witnesses of crime
Victims of crime - find help
If you're a victim of crime you can now search for services in your area that can give you help and support
If you witness a crime
Advice on what to do if you witness a crime, as well as the support and protection you can expect
Help and support for victims of crime
If you have been the victim of crime, there are many organisations and groups that can offer you support
What happens after you report a crime committed against you
Keeping in touch with the police during an investigation, how police investigate a crime against you, and how police can protect you
Victims and witnesses: preparing to go to court
Advice about going to court, what happens if you can't make the trial date and finding out about facilities at the court
Going to court as a victim or witness
What to expect on the day, special protection for intimidated witnesses and finding out about the result of a trial
Young victims and witnesses in court (young people section)
Information about how extra care and protection is given to young people who have to give evidence in court
Compensation for victims of crime
How to get compensation if you're a victim of crime
Support for victims of crime after the trial
Help after a trial and what happens if an offender tries to contact you
Householders and the use of force against intruders
The law and householders' rights relating to using force against intruders
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Local crime information
Find out what's being done about crime and anti-social behaviour where you live
