U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government, Department of Justice.

Victim notification

Victim Notification

One of the rights afforded to victims of federal crimes by the Crime Victims’ Rights Act of 2004 is the right to be notified. Victims have the right to be informed of the services they are entitled to receive; any public court proceedings related to the crime; and the status of the accused, including any release or escape from custody.

The right to notification...

Mobile Apps for Crime Victims and Providers

The following mobile applications (apps) provide information and resources about various types of victimization.

The inclusion of a mobile app on this page does not constitute an official endorsement, guarantee, or approval by OVC.

Before downloading any app, you may be interested in reviewing information from the Safety Net Project, a project of the National Network to End Domestic Violence.

OVC-Funded Apps

CheckDEC
© National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children (see reuse policy).

CheckDEC

CheckDEC...

Mobile Apps for Crime Victims and Providers Compiled by OVC

This section of the OVC site contains a list of free apps that provide information, support, and resources about various types of victimization. These apps were created by government agencies and non-profit organizations, and some apps were developed with funding support from OVC.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): Victim Notification Program

The ICE Victim Notification Program provides information to eligible victims and witnesses who register to be notified of a criminal alien's release related activities. Registered victims and witnesses will be advised when the criminal alien is released from custody or removed (also known as deportation).