Victim Services

Law enforcement-based victim advocates are not protected by confidentiality. This means any information provided to advocates that pertains to a criminal case must be reported to the investigating officer. Victim advocates are required by law to report any incidents of child abuse. 

Domestic Violence
The City of Westminster has implemented a Domestic Violence Fast Track Program through our municipal court which requires the defendant in a domestic violence incident to appear in court on the next court date, in most cases the next morning. In these cases the charges are being brought against the defendant by the city and not the victim. The victim is issued a subpoena to appear in court and will meet with a court victim advocate, who then acts as a liaison between the victim and the city Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

Helping Agencies
Adams County Housing Authority - 303-227-2075
Alternatives to Family Violence - 303-289-4441
American Red Cross - 303-722-7474
Arapahoe House (Alcohol Treatment) - 303-657-3700
Asian Pacific Center - 303-393-0304
Catholic Charities - 303-427-6256
Colorado AIDS Project - 303-830-2437
Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) - 303-831-9632
Community Reach Center - 303-853-3500
Colorado Dept. of Human Services - 303-866-5700
Colorado Legal Services - 303-837-1313
Denver Indian Center - 303-936-2688
Domestic Violence Initiative for Women With Disabilities (DVI) - 303-839-5510
Emergency Family Assistance Association - 303-442-3042
Gay & Lesbian, Bisexual and Trans-gendered Community Center - 303-733-7743
Goodwill Industries - 303-650-7700
Jeffco Head Start - 303-271-4693
Jefferson Center for Mental Health - 303-425-0300
Jewish Family Services - 303-759-4890
La Clinica Tepeyac - 303-458-5302
Mile High Council on Alcoholism - 303-825-8113
Project Safeguard - 303-637-7761
Rape Awareness and Assistance Program (RAAP) - 303-322-7273
Salvation Army - 303-295-3366
Seniors, Inc. - 303-300-6900
Senior Resource Center - 303-238-8151
Servicios de la Raza - 303-458-5851
Women in Crisis - 303-420-6752

Contact the Victim Services Unit at 303-658-4210, if you have questions about a criminal case, if you would like more information about the programs offered and available resources or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.

Victim advocates are available on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week. The department utilizes paid advocates as well as volunteer advocates. (Learn more about volunteering.) Victim advocates provide you information about your criminal case and help you understand the criminal justice system process. Victim Services can also provide information and an application for victim compensation (see below).

Victim advocates respond to assist victims of crime or personal tragedy by providing crisis intervention, emotional support, conveying case information and establishing access to appropriate emergency resources and/or community referrals. They can help by providing you information about your rights (see below).

Donations for victims and the needy
The Westminster Police Department receives numerous calls and visits from those wishing to donate used clothing, toys, cell phones, etc., to victims and the needy throughout the year. Although we appreciate the thoughtfulness of such donations, we are unable to accept them. If you would like to donate clothing, toys and other items for victims or those in need, please contact one of the following shelters:

Jefferson County:  The Family Tree , 303-420-0412
Adams County: Alternatives to Family Violence, 303-428-9611

Our Mission

To ensure that victims of crime and personal tragedy are treated justly with compassion and dignity.

Our Vision

To provide appropriate, quality services to victims of crime and personal tragedy within the City of Westminster with integrity and unbiased compassion in accordance with the state constitutional amendment.

Crime Victim Compensation

Victim Compensation is a monetary fund distributed by the county District Attorneys Office for victims of crime.  Funds can help with the replacement of doors, locks or windows that were damaged during a criminal incident; medical expenses, or mental health counseling needed as a result of a criminal incident.  All incidents need to be reported to a law enforcement agency within 72 hours of the crime.  Victim Compensation is an application process and awards cannot be guaranteed.  To receive an application or for further questions please contact the Victim Services Team at 303-430-2400 ext. 4210.

Protection Orders in Criminal Cases C.R.S. 18-1-1001

As a condition of bond in a criminal case, the judge can issue a protective order directing the defendant to refrain from any contact with the victim.  These orders can exclude the defendant from the home, restrain them from direct and indirect contact, prohibit possession or consumption of alcohol or drugs, prohibit the possession of firearms and anything else the court deems appropriate.  These orders do not cover care and control of minor children.  Violations should be reported to local law enforcement.  Enforcement for violation is through the prosecuting attorney, who can ask the court to revoke bond.  These orders are in effect for the duration of bond or throughout the criminal justice process.

Civil Restraining orders to prevent domestic abuse may be obtained with the assistance of the following non-profit organizations.

• Adams County Project Safeguard – 303-637-7761
• Jefferson County Women in Crisis – 303-420-0412

Hospitals

• Avista Medical Center – 303-673-1000
• Boulder Community Hospital – 303-440-2273
• Children’s Hospital – 303-861-8888
• Denver Health Medical Center – 303-436-6000
• Exempla Good Samaritan Hospital – 303-689-4000
• Lutheran Hospital – 303-425-4500
• North Suburban Hospital – 303-451-7800
• Rose Medical Center – 303-320-2121
• Presbyterian/St. Luke’s – 303-839-6000
• St. Anthony Central – 303-629-3511
• St. Anthony North – 303-426-2151
• St. Joseph Hospital – 303-837-7111
• Swedish Medical Center – 303-788-5000

Law Enforcement  and Other Agencies

• Adams County Sheriff’s Office – 303-654-1850
• Adams County Communications Center – 303-288-1535
• Adams County S/O Victim Advocates – 720-322-1240
• Adams County District Attorney – 303-654-7720
• Adams County DA Victim Witness – 303-659-7735
• Arvada Police Department – 720-898-6900
• Arvada PD Victim Advocates – 720-898-6740
• Broomfield Police Department – 303-438-6400
• Broomfield PD Victim Advocates – 303-438-6429
• Colorado State Patrol – 303-239-4400
• CSP Victim Advocates – 303-273-1618
• Commerce City Police Department – 303-287-2844
• Commerce City PD Victim Advocates – 303-289-3655
• Denver Police Department – 720-913-2000
• Denver PD Victim Advocates – 720-913-6035
• Federal Heights Police Department – 303-428-8833
• Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office – 303-271-0211
• Jefferson County SO Victim Advocates – 720-271-5570
• Jefferson County District Attorney – 303-271-6800
• Jefferson County DA Victim Witness – 303-271-6840
• Northglenn Police Department – 303-450-8892
• Northglenn PD Victim Advocates – 303-450-8579
• Thornton Police Department – 303-538-7444
• Thornton PD Victim Advocates – 720-977-5172
• Westminster Police Department – 303-430-2400 Ext. 5
• Westminster PD Victim Advocates – 303-430-2400 Ext. 4210

Victims' Rights

Colorado Revised Statutes Title 24 Article 4.1 guarantees certain rights to victims of the following crimes:

• Murder, manslaughter, or homicide
• Vehicular homicide or assault
• Assault
• Menacing
• Kidnapping
• Sexual assault on an adult or child
• Sexual exploitation of children
• Robbery
• Incest
• Child Abuse
• Crimes against At-Risk Persons
• Crimes involving domestic violence
• Careless Driving resulting in death
• Harassment by stalking
• Ethnic intimidation
• Tampering with a victim or witness
• Retaliation against a victim or witness

Victim Services can help you by providing information about your criminal case and helping you understand the criminal justice system process. Victim Services can also provide crisis intervention, emergency resources and information and applications for Victims Compensation, community referrals and emotional support. Please feel free to contact the Westminster Police Department Victim Services Team at 303-430-2400 ext. 4210.

Under C.R.S 24-4.1-302.5, victims of the previously mentioned crimes are entitled to the following rights:

• To be treated with fairness, respect and dignity.
• To be informed of and present for all critical stages of the criminal justice process.
• To be free from intimidation, harassment, or abuse, and to be informed about what steps can be taken if there is any intimidation or harassment by a person accused or convicted of a crime, or anyone acting on the person’s behalf.
• Notification of any change in the status of the accused.
• To be heard at any court proceeding that involves a bond reduction or modification, the acceptance of a negotiated plea agreement or sentencing, or any modification of sentence.
• To have restitution ordered and to be informed of the right to pursue a civil judgment against the person convicted of the crime.
• To the release of property after the case is settled and it is no longer needed as evidence.
• Notification of all case dispositions including appeals.
• Timely notifications of all court dates.
• Employer intercession.
• To be informed of the availability of financial assistance and community services.
• To be informed of all processes for enforcing compliance.
• At the discretion of the district attorney, the victim has the right to view all or a portion of the pre-sentence report of the probation department.
• To be informed of the results of any HIV testing that is ordered and performed.

Obtaining Police Reports:

Due to state statute, not all police reports are releasable, but may be available upon request. Request a copy of a police report.