What Orangeburg County Victim Services Can Do for You (transportation, court advocacy, crisis support)
If you're a victim of a crime in Orangeburg County, you don't have to navigate the court process alone. The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office Victims' Services Unit helps with practical needs like transportation to court, advocacy during hearings, and crisis support when things are urgent.
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office Victims' Services Unit protects victims' rights while providing advocacy and compassionate support. They serve as your go-between - helping you communicate with law enforcement, investigators, and community agencies so you're not juggling those conversations alone.
Note: OCSO Victim’s Advocates continue to offer around-the-clock services, and they may work on a staggered schedule when possible.
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- ✓ Transportation to and from court
Court dates are stressful, especially when you're unsure what to expect. Victim Services can prepare you beforehand and accompany you to hearings so you're not walking in alone. Can't attend in person? They can advocate on your behalf. For Magistrate's Bond Court matters, Victim Assistance Coordinators act as liaisons between you and the court during bond and preliminary hearings.
Some situations can't wait. Victim Services provides on-the-scene crisis intervention - responding in the moment to help you stabilize, understand your options, and figure out the next step.
For longer-term support, Victim Services can arrange professional counseling and connect you with support groups. They also offer CDV Orientation twice a month - a helpful starting point if you're trying to understand the process and what resources exist.
Having one point of contact makes the criminal process easier to manage. Victim Services fills that role, acting as liaison between you, police officers, investigators, and community agencies. They also support you through court - helping you prepare, accompanying you to hearings, and advocating on your behalf if you can't attend.
- ✓ If you have questions about a bond hearing or preliminary hearing for someone incarcerated at the Orangeburg County Detention Center, call a Victim Assistance Coordinator at 803-534-1511.
Need to meet in person? The Victim's Services Building is at 1032 Chestnut Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115. Victim Assistance Coordinators are located at the same address through the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office.
- ✓ For more information about Victim Services, call 803-531-4647.
- ✓ For questions about a bond or preliminary hearing tied to someone incarcerated at the Orangeburg County Detention Center, call 803-534-1511.
- ✓ OCSO Victim’s Advocates offer around-the-clock services (often with staggered schedules).
- ✓ Day-to-day operations may be shifted to Code 10 (main office) as much as possible.
Most people reach out with the same questions: What are my rights? What support is available? Where do I go from here? The Victims' Services Unit focuses on protecting victims' rights while providing advocacy - making it a solid starting point when you need clear guidance. If you're dealing with domestic violence, they offer CDV Orientation twice a month. For ongoing emotional support, they can arrange professional counseling and connect you with support groups.
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