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FACTSHEET:
Constitutional Rights for Crime Victims

The rights of crime victims have only begun to be recognized in the law during the last two decades. Prior to that, crime victims had no rights during the criminal justice process. They did not have to be informed of court proceedings or of the arrest or release of the defendant, they had no right to be present during the trial or other proceedings, and they had no right to make a statement to the court at sentencing or at other hearings.

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Resource Guide: Metropolitan Hospital Center : Sexual Assault Response Team SAFE Center*

Address:
1901 First Avenue
New York, NY 10029
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Contact: Angela Montague , Coordinator
Phone: 212 423-6262
E-Mail: angela.montague@nychhc.org
Hotline: ER - (212) 423-6466
Languages: Spanish, Telephone bank available
Website: Go
Hours: 24 / 7
Handicapped Accessible

Populations served:

Survivors of sexual assault, and sexual abuse including:
  • all ages 13+.
  • females and male
  • undocumented immigrants.
  • gay, lesbian, transgender or questioning

Fees for services:

Medical and Counseling services are free

Medical Services

  • M-F 9am to midnight / WE 9am to 10pm sensitive care counselors available, After hours Mt. Sinai SAVI counselers are called in.
  • Medical forensic examination including HIV, STI prophylaxis and pregnancy prevention treatment.

Advocacy:

  • Criminal justice advocacy.

Counseling:

  • Short-term and Long-term individual.

Other Services:

  • Information and referral services.

Educational / Training Services

  • Available on Request

Volunteer Opportunities:

Please call number for opportunities. 212 423 7802

Special Considerations

  • Parental consent not needed for ages 18 and under.
  • We respect client confidentiality.


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