Crime Victim Services Division

Department of Crime Victim Compensation

Provides compensation to victims and victim service provider agencies for eligible expenses related to victimization.

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Department of Crime Ombudsman

Provides liaison assistance to victims, Victim Service Providers, and other allied professionals in problem-solving and locating resources. Reviews and attempts to resolve complaints regarding victims’ rights and services provided.

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Department of Crime Victim Assistance Grants

Provides grant funding for agencies that provide direct services to victims and victim service providers.

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Department of Crime Victim Services Training, Provider Certification and Statistical Analysis

Provides oversight for Victim Service Provider certification and training. Collects relevant data and publishes needs assessments and reports.

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Victim Services Coordinating Council

The mission of the South Carolina Crime Victim Service Coordinating Council is to utilize engaged discussions and group planning to: Improve coordination efforts of victim service providers; Suggest policy and procedural improvements to victims service agencies and groups; and Recommend needed statutory changes to the General Assembly regarding victim-related issues Each mission is directed toward the end goal of promoting the highest quality victim services in our state.

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