Posts tagged Stalking/Kidnapping
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

SEEDS OF NOLA TRAUMA RECOVERY CENTER AT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

To Schedule an Appointment: (504) 702-4335 • University Medical Center, 2000 Canal St, New Orleans, Clinic Building, Floor 3, Zone C (Enter at 2101 Tulane Ave) • In Person Support Groups also at UMC: Conference Rooms A and B, New Orleans 70112 • https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/norman-e-mcswain-jr-md-spirit-of-charity-trauma-/trauma-recovery-center/ • Download the SUPPORT GROUP brochure on our website crimesurvivorsnola.org/grief-support-groups and the SERVICES brochure HEREAges 13 and up; Provides services to those who have experienced traumatic injury (and their loved ones); Medicare; Medicaid; Insurance; Free for Orleans Parish crime survivors; Call clinic to set up appointment; See Grief and Support Groups listing; Free support groups (hybrid either in person or zoom); refer to brochure for meeting dates and zoom link

METRO CENTERS FOR COMMUNITY ADVOCACY

Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 837-5400 • Toll Free: (888) 411-1333 • Via Link: 211 • www.mccagno.org • Email: metro@mccagno.orgRefer to www.mccagno.org/contact/ for parishes in which services are offered; Free counseling, legal aid, and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking; Locations in St. Tammany, Jefferson E & W Bank, St. Charles

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

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS (LA)

Headquarters: (225) 342-6740 • Probation & Parole: (225) 342-6609 • Crime Victim Services: 1 (800) 342-6110 • Louisiana Victim Outreach LaVO Social Services: (225) 421-7745 • 504 Mayflower St, Baton Rouge 70802 • www.doc.louisiana.gov/public-programs-resources/victim-services

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