The State Office of Victim Witness Assistance (OVWA) in Concord, NH is a legislatively created organization that provides 24-hour direct services and support in all homicide cases in the state. They aim to develop and standardize statewide victim services, protocols, and policies, as well as provide training for professionals involved in the criminal justice system.
Recognizing the confusion and fear victims may experience, OVWA ensures that all victims are treated with dignity and respect, offering emotional, mental, and physical support throughout their involvement with the system. They focus on meeting the needs of family members, co-victims, and witnesses to minimize trauma and the impact of the criminal justice system on those affected by crime.
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