Investigation
If you have reported your crime to the police, an investigator will be assigned to your case and will contact you as soon as possible.
Victim Information Notification Everyday (VINE)
VINE is a system designed to automatically notify victims by phone when their perpetrator is released from a jail in Orange County. The service is free of charge. To register for this service, please call (800) 721- 8021.
Victim Compensation Program
If you or someone in your family suffered an injury or death as a result of a crime, you may qualify for compensation by the State of California Victim Compensation Program. Financial compensation may be paid for lost wages, medical bills, counseling expenses, and funeral/burial assistance.
To speak to an advocate about qualifying, please contact your local Victim / Witness Office at (714) 773-4575. You may also call the California Victims’ Compensation Program at (800) 777-9229.