These are Your Rights
As a survivor of crime in Texas, you have specific rights and access to services designed to support you.
VINE - Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Stay informed about an offender's custody status.
VINE is a free and anonymous service that provides information and notifications about offenders in county jails. You can register to be notified by phone, email, or text message if an offender's custody status changes (e.g., they are released or transferred).
Go to VINElinkCrime Victim's Compensation (CVC) Program
Get help with the financial costs of crime.
The CVC program helps victims and their families with the financial costs of crime. It can help you pay for medical and counseling bills, make up for lost wages, and cover other costs. This is a "payer of last resort" after other resources like insurance have been used.
Learn About CVC