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Victim Advocate

The Lyman Police Department's Victim Advocate is available to provide information and support for the victim of crimes investigated by the Lyman Police Department.

VICTIM'S BILL OF RIGHTS

"To preserve and protect victims' rights to justice and due process regardless of race, sex, age, religion, economic, status, victims of crime have the right to:"

  • be treated with fairness, respect and dignity;

  • be free from intimidation or harm throughout the criminal and juvenile justice process;

  • be informed about victims' rights;

  • be reasonably informed about criminal proceedings;

  • be informed if the accused is arrested, released, or escapes;

  • confer with the prosecution before the case is heard in court;

  • be present at criminal proceedings where the accused has the right to be present;

  • be heard at proceedings affecting bond, bail, release, pleas or sentencing;

  • have reasonable access to documents relating to the crime before trial;

  • receive restitution from the adult or juvenile offenders;

  • a reasonable, prompt and final conclusion of the case

If you are a victim of a crime please contact the Lyman Police Department, at 864.485.0234