Posts tagged Child Abuse
SEXUAL TRAUMA AWARENESS AND RESPONSE (STAR)

Call for information: (855) 435-STAR [7827] • 123 N Genois St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: advocacynola@star.ngohttps://star.ngoProvides hospital and legal accompaniment, safety planning, counseling, support groups, legal assistance for survivors of sexual violence; Refer to website for parishes in which assistance is offered; Offers counseling for children, ages 5+ and Counseling and Support Groups (Zoom) for adult survivors of sexual violence, ages 18+; Call first for intake; Free; Visit https://star.ngo/events/ for Support Group schedule

COURT CONNECT FOR KIDS STAR created this booklet which explains (with child-friendly language and pictures) why children may have to go to court, who works inside a courthouse, and rules and tips for witnesses.

SAFETY PLAN FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that is meant to address your unique physical, emotional, and basic needs after a sexual assault.

NEW ORLEANS FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER (NOFJC)

Office: (504) 592-4005 • Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 866-9554 • 701 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70113 • Email: healing@nofjc.orghttps://www.nofjc.org/Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault; Child Sexual Abuse; Offers a variety of free groups for individuals and community coalitions; View event calendar for current group dates/times; Addresses many topics related to trauma; Both virtual via Zoom and in person events

CLERK OF CRIMINAL COURT (New Orleans)

(504) 658-9000: General, Room 114 • (504) 658-9030: Bail bonds, Room 104 • 2700 Tulane Ave, Ste 114, New Orleans 70119 • https://orleanscriminalcourtclerk.com/Judges’ docket listed in Room 210, or at top of website

CRIMINAL DISTRICT COURT (New Orleans)

(504) 658-9100 • 2700 Tulane Ave, New Orleans 70119 • www.criminalcourt.orgVisit the website under “Closure” for status updates; Visit “Judges” and click on the particular judge for contact information and virtual courtroom access; Visit “Docket Master” at www.opso.us for individual criminal case status

CRIME VICTIMS REPARATIONS (Orleans Parish)

Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office Victim Assistance: (504) 827-6754 • Cpt. Stephanie Minto-Gibson: (504) 202-9229 • Crime Victims Reparations Board: (225) 342-1749 or 1 (888) 684-2846 (1-888-6-VICTIM) • Email: mintos@opso.us • LCLE website: https://lcle.la.gov/programs/cvr/Crime Survivors NOLA Guide to CVR: www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/cvr-guide • Call the number of your Local Claim Investigator (under “Resources” on the LCLE CVR website) to apply

DOCKET MASTER (Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office)

OPSO website: www.opso.us • Crime Survivors NOLA Guide to Docket Master: www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/docket-masterClick on Docket Master link at top; Input name, race, gender; Includes summary of all the court proceedings scheduled or that have occurred, made by each judge’s clerk and the Clerk of Court

LOUISIANA VINE (formerly LAVNS - Louisiana automated victim notification system)

1 (866) 528-6748 • Register via LA VINE: https://vinelink.vineapps.com/state/LA • Crime Survivors NOLA Guide to VINELink: www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/la-vineMonitors the custody status of adult inmates in all parish jails and state prisons (release from jail, transfer to another facility, etc.)

LOUISIANA COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT (LCLE)

Main Office: (225) 342-1500https://lcle.la.gov/Email personnel listed on website with any questions; Handles Crime Victims Reparations and other victim services; Meets monthly (dates on website)

NEW ORLEANS POLICE DEPARTMENT (NOPD)

Victim Witness Assistance Unit: (504) 658-6795 (at HQ)

Investigation & Support Bureau/Homicide: (504) 658-5300 (at HQ)

Special Victims (Sex Crimes): (504) 658-5523 (located at NOFJC)

Special Victims (Child Abuse): (504) 658-5276 (located at NOFJC)

Headquarters: DXC Building, 1615 Poydras St, New Orleans 70112 (former location 715 S. Broad St, New Orleans, 70119) • https://nola.gov/nopd/ • See info for all 8 districts on the website here https://nola.gov/nopd/contact-us/

Records: (504) 658-5455Call if you need a copy of the Police Report

OFFICE OF JUVENILE JUSTICE

(225) 287-7900 • 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge 70806 • www.ojj.la.govResponsible for assessing youth assigned by the court system, and coordinating services and prevention programs, either for supervision or custody in residential placement, or secure care

VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE (NOPD)

(504) 658-6795 • DXC Building, 1615 Poydras St, New Orleans 70112 (former location 715 S. Broad St, New Orleans, 70119) • https://nola.gov/nopd/about-us/bureaus/investigation-and-support/criminal-investigative-division/victim-assistance-unit/

CHILDREN'S BUREAU

(504) 525-2366 • 935 Calhoun St, Ste 101, New Orleans 70118 • Email: cbno@childrensbureaunola.orghttps://childrensbureaunola.org/Works specifically with partner organizations to offer trauma-informed, evidence-based counseling, using “embedded partnerships” (e.g. specific schools, job training programs, after-school, etc); Has a crisis team that offers support and stabilization services in the immediate aftermath of losing a loved one or other traumatic event; See website for more info