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Another source of help is your local victim/witness assistance program. You may contact the VictimConnect helpline by phone or text at 855-484-2846 or online chat for a referral in your area.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also publishes annual homicide data in its National Vital Statistics System, Fatal Injury Reports. Mortality data are produced from standardized death certificates filed throughout the United States.
Select OVC publications and products are available in hardcopy and can be ordered from the Office of Justice Programs. You can search for and order available OVC resources via the Office of Justice Programs Publication Listing page. While these resources are free, shipping and handling fees may apply. View the Shopping Cart Help for more information.