Mission Statement (Criminal)

Criminal Victim Assistance Mission Statement

The Porter County prosecutor's Victim Assistance Unit is dedicated to seeing that victims' rights are protected and that victims are treated with dignity and respect throughout the criminal justice system.

Crime Hurts

During or after a crime you may experience some or all of the following:

  • Physical injuries
  • Loss or damaged property
  • Feelings of fear, anger, guilt or grief
  • Sense of isolation from those around you
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder