What is the Victim Assistance Program? The Rockville City Police Department recognizes that every victim needs and expects a minimum level of follow-up to bring their experience to closure. The Victim Advocate in collaboration with the Rockville City police officers in order to supplement and enhance their efforts to follow-up with the victims of crime. What does the Victim Advocate do? The Victim Advocate makes direct contact with crime victims to provide them with information on their specific cases such as, what will happen after a police report is written, and what will happen when a case goes to court. The program also provides information on resources available in the community such as counseling, court accompaniment, financial compensation, and crime prevention. What are the fees for this service? The Victim Assistance Service is free. Who is eligible? All Rockville City residents or victims of crimes committed in Rockville, and their family members are eligible. For support, information, and referral to appropriate sources of help in the aftermath of crime, contact the Victim Advocate at the Rockville City Police Department at 240-314-8917.
The Montgomery County Police Department, as well as other municipal police agencies in Montgomery County, have similar victim assistance programs. See the list below for contact information: | 
