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The Crime

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The effects of crime
Types of crime
How to report a crime
Reasons to report a crime
If I am not ready to report the crime yet
Keeping safe

Police investigation

About the investigation
Making a statement
Collecting evidence
Getting information about the investigation
Laying charges
Summary and indictable offences
Bail and remand

Going to court

Getting information about the court case
Summons and subpoenas
Types of courts
Getting ready for court
Giving evidence
Victim Impact Statements
The Court's decision
Financial assistance and compensation
Child and Youth Witness Service
Victims Legal Service

After court

Appeals
While the offender is in prison
Parole
Post sentence scheme
Victorian Victims Register

Financial assistance

VOCAT applications and the FAS
Can I apply for financial assistance?
What you should know when applying to the FAS
Get help with your FAS application
What happens after you apply to the FAS
Support services for victims
Resources for service providers
Resources for legal professionals
Templates and forms for the FAS
About the FAS
Contact the FAS

About us

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Feedback and complaints
Website feedback
Supporting LGBTIQA+ people
Service standards you can expect
Victims of Crime Consultative Committee
Publications for victims
Reports

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