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Victims and witnesses of crime

Coming forward as a witness

Details to inform you on what to do if you are witness to a crime.

Coming forward as a victim

Information to help you if you have been the victim of a crime

Reporting crime

Information regarding the various options open for reporting crime

Victim support

Information on various groups who can provide support for those who have been a victim of crime

Prisoner Release Victim Information Scheme

Information on the scheme which offers victims the opportunity to give and receive information about the prisoners who have been convicted of a crime against them

Compensation for victims of crime

Information on how to claim compensation of you are a victim of crime

Victims of rape and sexual assault

Practical information and support to help victims to cope following rape or sexual assault

Historical Institutional Abuse Taskforce

Information that may help you if you have been a victim of historical institutional abuse

Domestic violence: protecting yourself and getting help

Advice on who to turn to if you are a victim of domestic violence

Protecting yourself and your child from domestic abuse

Information on help available if you are living in an abusive relationship and are worried about your safety and the safety of your child

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