Victim Services
Victim Services in Franklin County helps to make the entire Juvenile Justice process more understandable and less stressful for the victims and witnesses of juvenile crime. To this end, the Victims' Services Coordinator is the advocate and guide for victims and witnesses as their case makes its way through the Juvenile Justice System. Services Include: Accompaniment to Court, Orientation to the Juvenile Justice System, Court Preparation, Advocacy, Notification of all phases of the case, Assistance with completing Victim's Assistance Compensation Program (VCAP) Forms, Assistance with preparing a Victim Impact Statement
Related Services
Physical Address
425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Voice
Voice
Fax
(717) 261-1157
Application process
Park of the Franklin County Judicial System, therefore individuals will have come through the court system.
Fee
Potential for fines, cost, restitution, and parental support.; Services are provided at no cost.
Eligibility
Youths, who are ages 10-18 who have been charged with a delinquent offense.
Service area
Franklin, PA
Agency info
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 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.