Victims or witnesses of elder abuse can contact our Special Prosecutions Division at (914) 995-3000.
The Child Abuse Bureau the investigates and prosecutes criminal cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of victims younger than 16. Assistant District Attorneys are individually assigned cases and work closely with victims and families to assist in navigating the legal system.
The Elder Abuse Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases committed against victims older than 60 who are specifically targeted because of their age. This includes domestic violence or neglect at the hands of a family member or caregiver; financial exploitation and thefts committed by a family member, caregiver, home health aide or a stranger; and abuse of power of attorney. Assistant District Attorneys, assisted by Criminal Investigators, who are individually assigned to cases are available to respond to the victim’s residence to make the legal process easier.
If think you are a victim of Child/Elder Abuse or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Child Abuse and Elder Abuse Bureau at (914) 995-3000.
The Domestic Violence Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases involving abuse between intimate partners. Forms of domestic violence includes assault, sexual assault, physical and emotional abuse, yelling, intimidation, stalking, violations of orders of protections or other orders pertaining to custody and visitation, and other controlling and threatening behaviors. Specially-trained prosecutors and domestic violence aides work closely with victims to assist in navigating the legal system, provide court-related information, develop a safety plan, obtain copies of Orders of Protections, refer to domestic violence shelters and counseling services. Language assistance is available and we do not talk about anyone’s immigration status.
If you believe you are a victim of domestic violence and abuse or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Domestic Violence Bureau at (914) 995-3000.
The Sex Crimes Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases of sexual assault involving child and adult victims. If you believe you are a victim or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Sex Crimes Bureau at (914) 995-3000.
The Victims’ Justice Center (VJC) of the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office provides victims of crimes and their families information and assistance regarding their rights, their safety and resources available to help cope with the emotional, physical and financial impacts of crime.
VJC staff assists victims and survivors file applications to the New York State Office of Victim Services for reimbursement of fees associated with medical bills, funeral expenses or other financial losses experienced as a result of a crime against them or their families.
The VJC can also make referrals to community organizations or service providers that assist victims with legal matters beyond the scope of the VJC staff, and make referrals for counseling (includes remote tele-health) by a VJC trauma therapist at Westchester Jewish Community Services.
The VJC hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Victims’ Justice Center
Elida Lewellyn, Director
(914) 995-3300
VictimsJusticeCenter_Intake@westchesterda.net
VJC has bilingual Spanish-speaking staff. El Centro de Justicia de Víctimas tiene personal bilingüe que habla Español.
