RCMP Victim / Witness Service

The Nakusp RCMP Victim Witness Service unit has been in operation since 1989, providing information and support services to victims and witnesses of all types of crime.

Nakusp & Area RCMP victim service is free and available to victims of all crime within the policing jurisdictions of the Nakusp and Slocan Lake RCMP Detachments. That includes: Nakusp, New Denver, Silverton, Slocan, Appledale, Winlaw, Arrow Park, Trout Lake, Burton, Fauquier, Edgewood and anywhere in between.

Information, referrals, police and court updates, emotional support, and court preparation and accompaniment are available upon request.

Services

crisis response for victims of crime and trauma, and/or their family members;
non-crisis services to victims and witnesses, such as:

Police and Court File Updates

Staff can provide you with information about the status of your police and/or court file as it proceeds through the criminal justice system.

Court Support Services

Courtroom personnel and their duties are explained in detail and your questions are answered relating to the courtroom and court procedures. The victim services program manager is available to accompany you when you have to appear in court.

Referrals to police, criminal justice practitioners, counsellors, social service agencies, self-help groups, etc., are given to anyone who calls and asks for assistance.

Practical Assistance with criminal injury compensation forms and victim impact statements.

Anything Else? If you have any other questions or concerns, please call us.