Victim’s Rights are mandated by Title 40, Chapter 38 of the Tennessee State Law and Article I Sec. 35 of the Tennessee Constitution. Members of the Brentwood Police Department shall be familiar with the Tennessee Victims’ Bill of Rights (T.C.A. Title 40 Chapter 38 Part I) and the Rights of Victims of Crimes (Tennessee Constitution Article I Sec. 35) and shall treat all victims of crime, and witnesses, with compassion and dignity, and shall afford them all rights set forth in these laws.
Rights of victims of crimes – Tennessee Constitution Article I Sec. 35
To preserve and protect the rights of victims of crime to justice and due process, victims shall be entitled to the following basic rights:
- The right to confer with the prosecution.
- The right to be free from intimidation, harassment and abuse throughout the criminal justice system.
- The right to be present at all proceedings where the defendant has the right to be present.
- The right to be heard, when relevant, at all critical stages of the criminal justice process as defined by General Assembly.
- The right to be informed of all proceedings, and of the release, transfer or escape of the accused or convicted person.
- The right to a speedy trial or disposition and a prompt and final conclusion of the case after the conviction or sentence.
- The right to restitution from the offender.
- The right to be informed of each of the rights established for victims.
VICTIM/WITNESS SERVICE AGENCIES
- Brentwood Police Department
5211 Maryland Way
P. O. Box 788
Brentwood, Tennessee 37024-0788
371-0160
Assistance/Services
- Criminal investigations
- Transportation for victim/witness if necessary
- Protection of victim/witnesses if necessary
- Contact point for referral to other service agencies
- District Attorney's Office
- Victim/Witness Coordinator's Office
P. O. Box 937
Franklin, Tennessee 37065
District Attorney 794-7275
Victim/Witness Coordinator – Stokey Bourke 790-4433
Assistance/Services
- Assistance in preparation for court appearance
- Case coordination between all parties and agencies involved
- Assistance in obtaining financial restitution
- Referral to other service agencies for assistance
Travel and accommodations as necessary for victim/witnesses
- Williamson County Department of Children Services
P. O. Box 680909
203-B Beasley Drive
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
790-5965
Assistance/Services
- Matters involving neglect/abuse of minors
- Placement of minor victims into care and custody
- Referral to other service agencies for assistance
- The Guidance Center
1915 Columbia Avenue
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
794-9973
Assistance/Services
- Mental health counseling and support
- Referral to other service agencies for assistance
- My Friends House
620 East View Circle
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
790-8919 or 790-8553
Assistance/Services
- Shelter for Abused and Neglected Kids
- American Red Cross
Director: Susan Shreve
129 W. Fowlkes St. STE 100
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
790-5785
944-9335 (Emergency Only- on call crisis team)
Assistance/Services
- Immediate emergency assistance such as food, clothing, temporary shelter and medicine for persons affected by disaster
- Williamson County General Sessions/Circuit Court Clerks
Williamson County Courthouse
135 4th Avenue South
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
790-5454
Assistance/Services
- Court and trial related information
- Williamson County Juvenile Services
Criminal Justice Center
408 Century Court
Franklin, Tennessee 37064
790-5812
Assistance/Services
- All matters involving juvenile offenders
- Department of Treasury
Division of Claims Administration
Criminal Injuries Compensation
9th Floor, Andrew Jackson Building
Nashville, Tennessee 37219
741-2734
Assistance/Services
- Financial compensation for innocent victims of violent crimes
- Rape and Sexual Abuse Center
101 French Landing Dr
Nashville, Tennessee 37228
24 Hour Crisis Line
1-800-879-1999
259-9055
Assistance/Services
- Counsel and support for rape victims
- Assistance in reporting rape to law enforcement
- YWCA Shelter and Domestic Violence Program
1608 Woodmont Blvd.
Nashville, Tennessee 37215
State Hotline
1-800-356-6767
242-1199
Assistance/Services
- Counseling, support, and shelter for domestic violence victims