Victim Services Unit - Court Orientation Only Class
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Edmonton Police Service - Victim Services Unit
Nexus Business Complex Suite 110, 14315 - 118 Avenue NW Edmonton, Alberta CanadaDescription
The Edmonton Police Service Victim Services Unit offers Court Orientation Classes for adults that will assist victims and witnesses in preparing for an upcoming trial or preliminary hearing.
Court Orientation Only - This informal Court Orientation Class will familiarize victims and witnesses with court procedures, court personnel and their roles, and offer ways to cope with the fears and concerns that many people experience. This Court Orientation Class is held several times per month, dates and times vary. The duration of the class is approximately 1.5 hours.
The class location is Suite 110, 14315-118 Avenue, NW (Nexus Business Complex).
If you would like to attend the Court Orientation and Mock Trial Class, register at: https://vsumocktrialclass.eventbrite.ca
If required, we can also provide Court Accompaniment – a volunteer advocate to attend court with you. Please note we require a minimum of 5 business days, prior to the trial or preliminary hearing date, to schedule a Court Accompaniment. To request a Court Accompaniment, call 780-391-4078.
For information on how to complete your Victim Impact Statement, make a Request for Resitution or apply for Financial Benefits, visit the Victim Service Unit website at:
http://www.edmontonpolice.ca/VictimSupport/GettingHelp.aspx
If you require additional assistance, please contact the Victim Services Unit at 780-421-2217 or by email. Please provide the police occurrence number.
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The Edmonton Police Service’s Crime and Trauma-Informed Support Services (formerly Victim Services Unit) was established on July 23, 1979, and since then has been committed to improving the overall service it provides to the public and enhancing the safety of the community.
The vision of the Crime and Trauma-Informed Support Services is to become a nationally-recognized model of best practice within the police community, through trauma-informed and client-centered response and services to reduce future victimization and contribute to Edmonton becoming the safest major city in Canada.
The mission of the Crime and Trauma-Informed Support Services is to provide timely intervention, prevention and supports to individuals, families and all our communities affected by crime, trauma and tragic events.
As a strategic partner with the Edmonton Police Service, Crime and Trauma-Informed Support Services looks forward to addressing the emerging needs of our community and to raising the standard of the service we provide. If you have been the victim of a crime and would like support, please contact us by email or call