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City Prosecutor's Office
Victim Services Unit
The Victim Services Unit provides information and support services to victims of misdemeanor crimes in the City of Phoenix. Each case is assigned to a victim advocate. If you have any questions, you may contact your advocate by calling 602-261-8192.
 What can an advocate do for me?
- Explain the judicial system;
- Act as a link between prosecutors and victims;
- Advise as to the current status of the case;
- Make referrals for counseling, shelter, food, etc.;
- Answer questions regarding the pretrial, trial, sentencing and appeal process;
- Escort victims while they testify;
- Assist in obtaining Orders of Protection or Injunctions Against Harassment;
- Provide a safe, private area where victims can wait before and after testifying;
- Arrange child care for victims while they testify; and
- Referrals to other social service agencies that offer financial and supportive services.
If you would like to speak to the advocate assigned to your case, please call 602-261-8192. Please have your complaint number (which can be found on your notification letter) available for faster service. You may also contact the advocate by sending an E-mail Here.
Will the advocate tell others what I tell them?
As a victim, you have the right to keep most of your written and oral communications with an advocate confidential. This means that anything you say or send to an advocate, with the exception of a Victim Impact Statement or restitution, cannot generally be shared with anyone without your consent.
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