Court Based Services
Civil and criminal court system can be overwhelming and difficult to maneuver especially if your life has been impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and/or human trafficking. Advocates work to understand these systems and develop relationships within the court system to support people with navigating the process
what we offer
Here is a run-down of the services we offer to help people navigate the legal system when they have been the victim of domestic abuse, trafficking or, sexual assault.
Civil Legal Advocacy
Safe Haven Advocates cannot give legal advice or predict the outcome of a case, but they can provide specialized support and advocacy which help navigate the court process. Advocates work with each person on an individualized plan of protection working towards staying safer. Advocates listen, provide information about civil proceedings, and explain what options are available. An advocate may accompany you to court, help with filling out paperwork, identify legal options or refer to a low or no-cost attorney. Advocates can assist and support around several civil legal issues that can and often intersect with domestic and sexual violence including restraining orders, divorce, custody, housing and immigration
Family Violence Victim Advocate
Victim advocates work with victims and their family members after a family violence arrest has occurred. Advocates provide support and guidance during court proceedings and give information on victims rights. Victim Advocates are located at Waterbury Superior Court and help express the victims concerns and viewpoint to the prosecutor, Family Relations, Judge and other Judicial Employees. Victim Advocates assist with questions regarding a case, the criminal justice system, or the services available, such as assistance with relocation, transportation, and compensation. Conversations with a Family Violence Victim Advocate are confidential. This means a Victim Advocate will not tell anyone else what you have told them unless you give permission to do so or the law requires it. Victim advocates may be reached at the court house during court regular operation hours.
Crime Victim Assistance
Advocates provide support and assistance to people who have been identified as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking crimes. Advocates help explain the process of obtaining any possible financial, medical, civil or criminal resources regarding their case.
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Confidential notification programs about the status of a criminal court case, inmate requests for a change in their court sentence, registration with the Sex Offender Registry, custody status with the Department of Correction, parole and pardon requests with the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Victim Compensation Assistance
Financial help for victims of violent crimes, their family members, and other persons for certain crime expenses that were not paid or eligible to be paid by financial resources, such as insurance.
Address Confidentiality Program
Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) provides a safe substitute address for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking to use as their legal address, as well as work and/or school address.
Contact Info
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1503
29 Central Ave.
Waterbury, CT 06721
Phone: 203-575-0388
Southbury Address:
88 Main St. N
Suite 203B
Southbury, CT 06488
Phone: 203-262-8700
Thrift Store Address:
82-H Bennett Square
Southbury, CT 06721
Phone: 203-267-5257