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Law Enforcement and Safety

Victim Services

Our free services can assist crime victims through an incident and support them as they navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system.

Help Is Available 24/7

Call 803-777-4215 and ask for a University of South Carolina law enforcement victim advocate. Or email victimhelp@sc.edu.

 

Important Resources

Mental Health Support (24 hours a Day) - 833-664-2854

Counseling and Psychiatry Appointments - 803-777-5223

Student Care and Outreach Team - 803-777-4193 or Make a Referral

Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention  (SAVIP) - 803-777-8248

Pathways to Healing - 803-771-7273

 

How Can USCPD Victim Assistance Help

Our Victim and Witness Assistance Program is a free service for University of South Carolina students, faculty and staff that specializes in assisting crime victims through an incident and supports them as they navigate the criminal justice system.

Our Services

  • Assist with preparation for court
  • Provide court notifications
  • Provide transportation and court escorts
  • Answer your questions as they arise during the case
  • Act as a liaison between the investigator and victim
  • Create safety plans
  • Obtain  orders of protection or restraining orders
  • Make counseling referrals

 

Protective Orders

These civil orders are granted by courts and provide protection from an abusive current or former spouse, someone you have a child in common with, or a current or previous live-in partner of the opposite sex. 

  

Victims' Rights

Get important numbers, tools and rights information to help victims in the aftermath of an event.

 

We Promise To...

  • Treat victims and witnesses with dignity and compassion
  • Assist those in our community who have been victims or witnesses of a crime
  • Be available 24 hours a day through our quick-response program
  • Increase awareness of crime prevention efforts through direct contact with victims and witnesses
  • Develop new crime awareness programs for the university
  • Serve as a liaison between the community, victims, witnesses and the USCPD
  • Offer advocacy and emotional support to victims and witnesses throughout the criminal justice process.

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