Victim Services Program

On January 1, 1998, the Wake County District Attorney's Office established a special Victim Services Program to better serve survivors of crime. This program is designed to ensure that crime victims receive information, assistance, and support as their cases progress through the criminal justice system.

VWAs’ duties consist of providing essential information to victims pertaining to their court cases, serving as liaison between the victim and the prosecutor, and keeping victims notified of all court proceedings. Additional support and services furnished by our VWA include:

Accompanying victims and witnesses to hearings and trials and answering their questions during these proceedings

Helping victims access local community services such as counseling and support groups

Assisting victims with Victim’s Compensation applications from the North Carolina Crime Control and Public Safety Department (1-800-826-6200), victim’s impact statements, and other related matters.

To help citizens understand their rights granted under the Victim’s Rights Amendment to our State Constitution, a brochure was developed. This pamphlet describes these rights and familiarizes victims with the criminal justice process. It is also intended to lessen confusion, reduce frustration for crime victims, and help them understand their role in this system. The brochure is available in English and Spanish.   In addition, a Trial Guide has been prepared to assist crime survivors whose cases proceed to court.

To receive additional information or learn more about our Victim Services Program, please contact our office at (919) 792-5000.

Victim Witness Assistants

Tiral Court Coordinator:
Donna Kulpa

Probable Cause:
Deborah Bohler
Tami Daull
Sherry Goad
Alison Hart
Shannon Patterson
Rhonda Tew

Superior Court:
Robin Boone

Melanie Bass

Marilyn Honrine

Joyce Leeds

Brookelynne Turner

Domestic Violence:
Michelle Alford
Danica Coleman

Juvenile Unit:
Mary Ann Nelson

Misdemeanor Unit:
Tangie Barefoot
Lynn Hill

Misdemeanor Appeals Unit:
Kim Payne

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