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Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

NY Directory of Food Stamps & Benefits

Understanding New York Law: (Scroll Down Large Document, Can Download It As Well)
Children (Child Support pp.155-156, Child Abuse, Grandparents' Rights p.159)
             (Parental Responsibilities for damage by children, child labor laws pp.156-158)
             (Divorce & Custody Child Support pp.160-163)                       
Criminal Law (Classes of Crimes, Criminal Procedure And Defenses) pp. 65-90

ChildhelpUSA
National child abuse hotline with links to help agencies throughout the US.

Sexual Abuse (Consumer-SOS)

Missing & Abused Children

More On Missing Kids (Consumer-SOS)

National Victim Hotlines (Toll Free Numbers)
Everything from child abuse to domestic violence to fraud.

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

States With Toll-Free Child Abuse Hotlines (34 States)

United Way Help Line (For all 50 States, DC & Puerto Rico)
Choose your state and select your city.
Their stellar search engine can lead you to any social service topic imaginable. Use any of the terms below for quick help.

"Children and Abuse"
"Women and Abuse"
"Battered Women" or
"Domestic Violence"

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

See Sexual Abuse
See Consumer-SOS/Children

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Drunk Driving

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Drunk Driving Victim's Rights Groups

Drunk Driving Laws (All 50 States & DC)

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

Summary Of Victims Rights Throughout The US
Charts and summaries in all states relating to the
Rights for Crime Victims, Right to Notice, Right to Protection 
Right to Confer with Prosecutor, Prompt Return of Property,
Payment for Forensic Exams, HIV Testing of Sex Offenders 
Right to Be Heard, Right to Attend the Trial, Right to Restitution, The Right to Privacy, and Victims' Rights at Juvenile Level. 

See Where Else To Get Help

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Sexual Abuse

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (New York)
What domestic violence is and the often unacknowledged importance of taking it seriously by reporting it and seeking protection. Steps to take for victims of sexual assault as well. A list of contacts and statutory references are also included.

The Sexual Assault Information Page
Support groups, legal help, chat rooms, and more. For both children and adults.

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Legal Resources For Victims Of Sexual Abuse  
Links with descriptions.

Megan's Law in All Fifty States. (Sex Offender Laws)

Megan's Law: A Review of State and Federal Legislation

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

Summary Of Victims Rights Throughout The US
Charts and summaries in all states relating to the
Rights for Crime Victims, Right to Notice, Right to Protection 
Right to Confer with Prosecutor, Prompt Return of Property,
Payment for Forensic Exams, HIV Testing of Sex Offenders 
Right to Be Heard, Right to Attend the Trial, Right to Restitution, The Right to Privacy, and Victims' Rights at Juvenile Level. 

See Where Else To Get Help

For more See Children

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Stalking

Stalking Laws In All 50 States & DC
Learn how the law protects you in all 50 states.

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Stalking-Your Rights & Resources (Findlaw.com)

Stalking Safety Plan Guidelines

Federal Laws That Protect Women From Violence

What Is An Order For Protection
Basic information about Orders of Protection for both the defendant/respondent and the victim/petitioner.

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

See Domestic Violence
See Where Else To Get Help

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Victims of Fraud, Scams & Cons

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Fraud, Scams & White Collar Crime
Resources for those who fall victim to such crimes.

National Victim Hotlines (Toll Free Numbers)
Everything from child abuse to domestic violence to fraud.

Frequently Asked Questions About Social Security And Social Security #s
Use their search engine to find out how to change your Social Security # and much much more.

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

See Where Else To Get Help

Related Topics
Charities
Phone Fraud/Telemarketing
Mail Fraud
Scams & Cons

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Immigrants & Minorities

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Asian & Pacific Islander Institute On Domestic Violence
Links To Asian Help Groups.  

Hate Crimes (National Resources & Help Groups)

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

See Where Else To Get Help
See Consumer-SOS/Immigrants & Refugees
See Domestic Violence/Where Else To Go For Help

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American Indians

American Indians-Victim Help Groups

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Summary Of Victims Rights Throughout The US
Charts and summaries in all states relating to the
Rights for Crime Victims, Right to Notice, Right to Protection 
Right to Confer with Prosecutor, Prompt Return of Property,
Payment for Forensic Exams, HIV Testing of Sex Offenders 
Right to Be Heard, Right to Attend the Trial, Right to Restitution, The Right to Privacy, and Victims' Rights at Juvenile Level. 

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

See Where Else To Get Help

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Homicide Survivors

Crime Victims Bill of Rights (New York)
This list provides a summary of victims’ rights established over the past thirty years; categories of rights are: Right to Know, Victim Involvement, Making Victims Whole, Protection for Crime Victims, and Help for Victims.

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Help For The Victim's Friends & Family

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

Summary Of Victims Rights Throughout The US
Charts and summaries in all states relating to the
Rights for Crime Victims, Right to Notice, Right to Protection 
Right to Confer with Prosecutor, Prompt Return of Property,
Payment for Forensic Exams, HIV Testing of Sex Offenders 
Right to Be Heard, Right to Attend the Trial, Right to Restitution, The Right to Privacy, and Victims' Rights at Juvenile Level. 

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Seniors

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Victim Impact Statements-What Are They And How To Write One

Summary Of Victims Rights Throughout The US
Charts and summaries in all states relating to the
Rights for Crime Victims, Right to Notice, Right to Protection 
Right to Confer with Prosecutor, Prompt Return of Property,
Payment for Forensic Exams, HIV Testing of Sex Offenders 
Right to Be Heard, Right to Attend the Trial, Right to Restitution, The Right to Privacy, and Victims' Rights at Juvenile Level. 

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

See Where Else To Get Help
See Consumer-SOS/Seniors

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Where Else To Get Help

Victim's Rights Home Page (New York State Attorney General)
Laws, publications and resources to help crime victims.

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (New York)
See their list of contacts and statutory references.

FAQS On Criminal Law (New York)

New York City Complaint Directory (Complaints Handled Not By The NY AG's Office)
A-Z Directory of where to go for help. From Abandoned property to trouble with veterinarians!

Human Resources Administration Social Service Directory (New York Human Resources Administration)
Emergency cash assistance, food stamps, public health insurance, housing and support for victims of domestic violence, energy assistance, long term care, and child support enforcement services

HITE (New York)
An online directory of health and social services specifically for low-income, uninsured and under-insured New Yorkers. With the click of a mouse, HITE connects you to a broad array of health and support services. Includes financial assistance and much more.
Click Here for types of services.

Criminal Justice Divisions/Attorney General's (All 50 States, Not DC)

Find New York Law On Crimes (Consumer-SOS)

State Crime Victim Compensation & Assistance Grant Programs (All 50 States + Territories)
These programs reimburse victims for crime-related expenses such as: Medical costs; Mental health counseling; Funeral and burial costs; and Lost wages or loss of support. 

Victim Services By State, Territory, Or Possession (All US)
Click on the map for a listing of direct service programs and other referrals in your state. 

The National Victims Notification Network
This service allows crime victims to obtain timely and reliable information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day. Victims and other concerned citizens can also register to be notified by phone, email or TTY device when an offender's custody status changes. Users can also register through their participating state or county toll-free number.

1996 Victims' Rights Sourcebook (DC & All 50 States)
The Victims' Rights Sourcebook provides instant access to information about crime victims' rights in 13 major topics, in all 50 states. 

National Center For Victims Of Crime
Website with good links & articles for crime victims.

National Victim Resources With Toll-Free#s

What You Can Do If You're A Victim Of a Crime (Help #s, no links)
Scroll Down for lots of Toll-Free Help #s.

Where To Write For Vital Records (50 States & DC)
For birth, death and marriage certificates, divorce papers and more.

Find Your Local Newspaper, Magazine, Radio & TV Stations
Trouble getting the government to act on your behalf? Give them a little bad press and you're bargaining power increases tremendously. Select your state, and then click on your county or city for the proper media to report to. (DC Not Included).

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