Hate Crimes & Homicide

What is different about these types of victimizations?

Victims of hate crimes and surviving family members of homicides often require specialized support, as these crimes can be especially traumatic for survivors and may encounter unique challenges in the criminal legal system. Staff at Volare who work with surviving family members of homicide and hate crimes undergo special training to make sure they understand the uniquely difficult circumstances of these survivors and the support they need. 

How can Volare help?

Volare's Crime Victims’ Rights attorneys work in tandem with Volare's advocacy program, which employs specially trained case managers, to support and advise victims on matters stemming from the victimization that would increase the victim’s safety, economic security, and options for empowerment through recovery.

Advocates and therapeutic services can assist a surviving family member of homicide in navigating grief and finding sources for funeral services. Attorneys can explain the family member’s role in the criminal legal process and advocate for the position of the family with the prosecutor and the judge. 

What do you mean by “surviving family members of homicide?”

Under federal and local crime victims' rights laws, the family members of a person who is murdered also have rights. Since the victim has passed away, the family can still exercise many of the rights usually given to the victim themselves.

If you or someone you know needs help, reach out to us.