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Franklin County Government - Help For Victims

14 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201

Eligibility

Any victim of a personal injury crime, or burglary that occurred in Franklin County including: victims of DUI, survivors of homicide victims, and robbery.

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Application process

Call for further assistance or with questions.

Fees

Services free of charge

Service area

Franklin, PA

Description

Provides victims with the following: An Orientation to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Systems; Accompaniment to Court Proceedings; Assistance with Filing a Crime Victims Compensation Claim; Assistance with Preparing a Victim Impact Statement; Notification of Case Status; Enrollment in the State and Local Correctional Release Notification Programs; Prior Comment on Possibility of Reducing or Dropping Charges; and Community Referrals.

Providing organization

Franklin County Government

Franklin County is governed by a board of three county commissioners elected every four years by the citizens who live here. The Board of Commissioners oversees the entire operation of the county and represents the best interests of the citizens. County commissioners also oversee the core functions of the county government, such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning, and information technology. Other officials are also elected to perform certain functions: the Controller, the Treasurer, and the Recorder of Deeds. Under the direction of these officers, the county maintains important legal records such as real estate deeds, licenses and permits, and financial records.