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Victim Notification
Pursuant to the Victim Rights Law, victims upon request shall be informed in advance of specific changes in the offender's status and or placement. -
Juvenile Offender Notification and Information Application Form
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Advocacy, Outreach and Education
The Victim Services Unit provides training, outreach and education across the state and a range of direct services to victims. -
Interagency Collaboration
The Victim Services Unit at DYS collaborates with other criminal justice agencies and victim service organizations to ensure a coordinated response to victims of juvenile crime and seamless services throughout the criminal justice process. -
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to questions you may have if you are a victim of juvenile crime or a victim services provider.
The Official Website of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)
Health and Human Services
Juvenile Crime Victim Services
The Victim Services Unit provides information, support and notification to victims of juvenile crime whose offenders are in the custody of the Department of Youth Services. This program enables the Department to fulfill the statutory mandates of M.G.L. c 258B s. 3 (t) and contributes to the agency's overall mission of public safety and establishing partnerships with communities.