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Specialist sex offences unit
In 2007 the OPP established a Specialist Sex Offences Unit to prosecute sexual offences in Melbourne Courts.
It can be stressful giving evidence in court, particularly in relation to sexual offending. The OPP hopes that by having these cases prosecuted by a specialist unit they can be handled more sensitively and the stress experienced by witnesses and victims can be reduced.
Telephone (03) 9603 2635.
Witness & victim services
The OPP has a Witness Assistance Service which is available to all prosecution witnesses and victims of crime who are involved in cases handled by the OPP.
This free service is staffed by social workers who provide support and information to witnesses and victims.
Melbourne (03) 9603 7425 or 9603 7422
Freecall 1800 641927 (for country callers)
Note that an independent service is available for child witnesses.
Call the Child Witness Service on (03) 9603 9266.
Court network
Court Network has volunteer representatives available at many courts to provide support, information and assistance to witnesses in criminal matters.
They can be contacted on (03) 9603 7420.
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Copyright Updated: 9 Oct 2009
The South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Victoria. We pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past, present and future.