U.S. Attorney Moore Capito will join crime victim survivors and advocates on April 21 for a Ribbon Tree Ceremony in Charleston as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
The event highlights efforts to support crime victims and raise awareness about their rights. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at 11:00 a.m. in the green space outside the Kanawha County Courthouse, located at the corner of Virginia Street East and Goshorn Street.
The Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime, within the Office of Justice Programs, leads communities nationwide in observing this week dedicated to recognizing victims' rights and services. Information about OVC programs, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, and local victim resources is available through official websites and hotlines provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia.
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia improves communities and upholds justice through enforcement of federal laws, according to the official website. The office operates under the United States Department of Justice according to its official website and covers 23 counties in southern West Virginia according to its official website. It employs 37 attorneys and 40 other personnel according to its official website.
According to its official website, the office prosecutes federal crimes, handles civil cases for the United States, collects government debts, protects public interests across the district, offers prosecution services for federal offenses, represents clients in civil litigation, and aims to enhance citizens' quality of life.
Resources are available through various channels including information about OVC programs online or by contacting local victim witness assistance offices.
