Support & Services

Learn about the support and services available to victims and witnesses.

Support for Victims and Witnesses

The Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office offers support and services for people impacted by crime. Whether you are a victim, witness, family member, or community member, this section connects you to information, assistance, and accommodations to help you navigate the legal process and access the support you need.

Contact Our Office for Support

If you have been impacted by a crime, we encourage you to contact our office to learn how we may assist you. You can also visit our Your Rights & What to Expect, Resources, and Frequently Asked Questions pages to learn more about the criminal justice process and available support.

Our Services

An overview of the support and services provided by our Victim Witness Division

Information & Support

Comprehensive information and support for victims and witnesses throughout the criminal justice process.

Court Accompaniment

Court accompaniment and in-person support during hearings and trials.

Primary Point of Contact

Act as the primary point of contact for victims and witnesses, working closely with the Assistant State’s Attorneys (ASAs).

Bilingual & Language Services

Bilingual Victim Witness Coordinators are available to assist Spanish speaking individuals.

Interpretation Scheduling

Schedule interpretation services.

Referrals to Partner Agencies

Making referrals to appropriate agencies and service providers.

Safety Planning

Collaborative safety planning tailored to each victim or witness’s unique circumstances.

Victim Impact Statements

Assistance with writing victim impact statements.

Court Appearance Verification

Documentation for work or school to verify court appearances.

Parking Validation

Parking validation for approved garages.

Transportation Assistance

Travel and transportation accommodations.

Support for Older Adults & Persons with Disabilities

Specialized support is available for older adults and individuals with disabilities, including community awareness, a dedicated helpline, trained investigators and other tailored services. For court‑related matters, your Victim Witness Coordinator is available to provide support and help coordinate services.

Accessibility & Accommodations

Learn about accessible services and accommodations available to victims and witnesses.

Accessibility & Accommodations

The Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office is committed to helping victims and witnesses access available services. Your Victim Witness Coordinator can help facilitate accommodation requests and coordinate transportation assistance when needed.

Spaces for Victims & Witnesses

Learn about the spaces dedicated to victims and witnesses

Family Bereavement Center

The Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office recognizes the impact of losing a loved one to violence. The Family Bereavement Center offers compassionate support and resources to help families navigate grief and the legal process.

Victim & Witness Reception Room

Our office provides a dedicated, safe reception space for victims and witnesses attending court proceedings. This private area ensures comfort and security while you await your court appearance.

U-Visa

The Office of the State’s Attorney is committed to supporting victims of qualifying crimes who are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity. If you are seeking a signature from the State’s Attorney for a U-Visa (Form I-918), please carefully review the following guidelines.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be a victim of a qualifying crime (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, etc.)
  • Possess credible and reliable information about the crime
  • Have been helpful in the prosecution of the crime

Required Documents

  1. A completed Form I-918 (leave the signature section blank)
  2. Contact information (complete address and phone number) for yourself or the requesting attorney or accredited representative

How to Submit a U-Visa Form

All U-Visa Certification requests must be submitted via email

Update Contact Information

Moved or changed your phone number? Keeping your contact information up to date helps ensure we can reach you with important case updates, court dates, and notifications. If you prefer, you can also choose to limit or update how we contact you.