Emergency and crisis in Calgary, Alberta
VAST - Court Support
Offered by Calgary Police Service
In short
Victim Support Advocates inform victims of their rights, their role and their obligations when participating in the criminal justice system, once charges are laid.
- Hours
- Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Updated
- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Victims of personal crime or tragedy
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Safety from harm, Legal help and my rights
- How to reach
- (403) 428-8398 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
Victim Support Advocates inform victims of their rights, their role and their obligations when participating in the criminal justice system, once charges are laid. Advocates provide court updates, court preparation, court orientation and, when required, court accompaniment for victims, families and witnesses during preliminary hearings and trial. The Court Support Program also works in partnership with The Child Witness Court Preparation Program for children ages three to 17, and the Domestic Violence Legal Intervention Program.
To help you through the court process, you may also review the Understanding the Court Process presentation.
Who can use it?
Victims of personal crime or tragedy
When is it open?
VAST - Court Support is open Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m..
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 428-8398, or use the website.
Listed in Calgary, Alberta.