Witness Assistance Service
Service Description
Assistance and support for victims of crime and vulnerable prosecution witnesses. Provides information about the legal process, information about other services and individual needs and requirements, contact with lawyers handling the case and support to attend meetings with lawyers, information about victims' rights and giving evidence and support through the prosecution. Also assists with court preparation and giving evidence.
Alternate Names: ODPP Witness Assistance Service
https://www.odpp.nsw.gov.au/victims-witnesses/witness-assistance-service
Level 17, 175 Liverpool Street
Sydney, NSW, 2000
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri: 9am-5pm
Accessibility
Referral System
Referral can be made by victims and witnesses in ODPP prosecutions, family or friends of victims or witnesses, lawyers, police or other agencies.
Service Fees
No
Languages (other than English)
Interpreter Services available
Disability Access
Yes. Ramp, Lift, Accessible Toilets, Hearing Loops
Organisational Information
Area Served
NSW
Parent Organisation
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP)
Postal Address
Locked Bag A8
Sydney South
NSW
1232
Other Information
Facilities Available
Office located in several regional areas
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Last Updated: 18 December 2023