Sheriff-Coroner

Victim Programs

The County Sheriff's Office offers information and resources for the following Victim Programs:

• The California VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) system, a service through which victims of crime can use the telephone or Internet to search for information regarding the custody status of their offender and to register to receive  telephone and email notification when the offender's custody status changes.

 

• Marsy's Law, a measure to provide all victims with rights and due process. An overview of some of the key sections of Marsy's Law are available in English or Spanish.

 

• RISE, a non-profit organization that provides crisis intervention and treatment services to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence and their loved ones. The toll-free 24-Hour Crisis Line is (855) 866-RISE (7473). 

 

• The Women's Shelter Program of San Luis Obispo County, which services victims of intimate partner violence and child abuse. Services include a 24-hour crisis line (805) 781-6400, emergency safe house, legal assistance, counseling, transitional housing, and case management. Services are provided to all qualifying individuals with sensitivity to race, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. 

 

• The District Attorney's Victim/Witness Assistance Center, which provides a wide variety of crisis and support services to all types of crime victims and their families, including assisting eligible victims with applications to the State for payment of crime-related expenses. In addition, staff supports victims and witnesses throughout the criminal justice process by providing case status information and coordination of court appearances.