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Your Situation - Step 1

I am a victim of a crime

If you have recently experienced a crime, your safety and well-being are the top priority. You are not alone in this process. This guide is designed specifically for you, providing essential information about your rights and what you can expect during the reporting process in Texas.

For non-emergency situations that require police response, call 713-884-3131 (Houston) or your local police department.

I am a victim of a crime
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I am a victim of a crime

Resources and Services

The following Texas resources are available to assist you during this stage. Each resource includes specific contact information and services provided.

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100th Judicial District Attorney's Office

100th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Assistance with Crime Victims' Compensation, Assistance with Victim Impact Statements, Assistance with Restitution, Criminal Justice Accompaniment, Follow - up, Information & Referral, Other, Protective Orders, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy

Prosecution
Homicide
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Parents of Murdered Children (POMC)

Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) offers ongoing emotional support to help survivors of homicide rebuild their lives and navigate the criminal justice process. Our National Headquarters connects survivors with local support, provides individual advocacy, and helps families start POMC chapters in their communities. They also offer professional training for law enforcement, mental health providers, educators, and others to better understand and support those impacted by murder

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Community-Based Organization
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105th Judicial District Attorney's Office

105th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Assistance with Crime Victims' Compensation, Assistance with Victim Impact Statements, Assistance with Restitution, Criminal Justice Accompaniment, Follow - up, Information & Referral, Other, Protective Orders, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy

Prosecution
All Crimes
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106th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Assistance with Crime Victims' Compensation, Assistance with Victim Impact Statements, Assistance with Restitution, Criminal Justice Accompaniment, Follow - up, Information & Referral, Other, Protective Orders, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy

Prosecution
All Crimes
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109th Judicial District Attorney's Office - Crane

Assistance with Crime Victims' Compensation, Assistance with Victim Impact Statements, Assistance with Restitution, Criminal Justice Accompaniment, Follow - up, Information & Referral, Other, Protective Orders, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy

Prosecution
All Crimes
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109th Judicial District Attorney's Office - Winkler

Assistance with Crime Victims' Compensation, Assistance with Victim Impact Statements, Assistance with Restitution, Criminal Justice Accompaniment, Follow - up, Information & Referral, Other, Protective Orders, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy

Prosecution
Rights at this stage

You have the right to...

As a victim in Texas you fundamentally have rights in Texas as defined in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Article 56, Subchapter A, Crime Victims’ Rights, a victim of a violent crime is someone who: (1) has suffered bodily injury or death as a result of criminally injurious conduct, or who has been the victim of a crime involving sexual assault, kidnapping, or aggravated robbery; (2) is the close relative (spouse, parent, brother, sister, or adult child) or (3) is the guardian of a victim. As a victim of violent crime.

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