As a victim of a crime in Virginia, you have certain rights under the Victims' Bill of Rights. The Augusta County Victim / Witness Program is part of the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney. The goals of the program include assisting victims in stabilizing their lives; facilitating full participation in the criminal justice system; addressing victim's needs; and offering appropriate information and referrals.
In 2017, the Sheriff's Office partnered with other local agencies and to begin lethality screens on victims of intimate partner violence. Please read the initial release when the program was launched and take a look at the statistics below. LAP Joint Media ReleaseYearly LAP Stats - Color
Pathways – the Journey to Restoration
The Pathways Program was created by the Augusta County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office to provide individuals with an alternative to criminal prosecution when possible. Individuals are given the opportunity to enter treatment for substance abuse and/or mental health issues instead of facing criminal charges.
Individuals who qualify for the program, and successfully complete the recommended services, will not face criminal prosecution.