Victim Services/Community Links

Victims of crime in Maryland have certain rights under the law. In addition to personal losses suffered as a result of a criminal act committed against you, the experience may have created stress, fear, and confusion.

Helpful Links

There are several victim/witness assistance programs that may provide information, support and assistance to victims outside the formal criminal justice process. Explore the following links to obtain general information about rights and services available to assist you through the aftermath of crime and through the often complex criminal justice process.

• Filing a Peace or Protective Order - Provides information on filing a peace or protective order in Maryland.
• Applying for Criminal Injuries Compensation - Provides information on criminal injury compensation and ways to obtain the required forms in Maryland.
• Applying for Restitution - What is restitution? Are you eligible? Find out how to apply and how restitution is made.
• VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) - Visit Vinelink.com to obtain phone, text or email notification about the offender's incarceration status.
• Credit Protection - Identity Theft Guide - Resources for preventing and mitigating credit identity theft.
• Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft - The Maryland Attorney General's Identity Theft Unit has resources available to help victims of identity theft.
• District Court Locations - Find a District Court near you.
• Circuit Court Locations - Find a Circuit Court near you.