Crime Victim

CRIME VICTIM INFORMATION
The Humble Police Department’s Victim Assistance Unit, provides expedient, compassionate and adequate support to victims of crime and to their family members who have suffered from psychological trauma, physical injuries and/or financial losses as a result of a crime.  Victim Assistance provides:

  • Crisis Counseling
  • Information on victim rights
  • Information on Texas Crime Victim Compensation
  • Safety Planning
  • Assistance with the criminal justice process
  • Referrals


CONTACT AT HUMBLE POLICE DEPARTMENT:
     Jackie Blanchard          E Mail:  jblanchard@humblepolice.com            281-319-9711

To apply for crime victim’s compensation, visit - https://cvs.texasattorneygeneral.gov/portal/login

OTHER CONTACT NUMBERS REGARDING CRIME VICTIMS:

CRIME VICTIM ASSISTANCE:
     Texas Crime Victim Compensation                                                   1-800-983-9933

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
     TCFV --- Texas Council on Family Violence                                     1-800-525-1978
     NDVH --- National Domestic Violence Hotline                                 1-800-799-7233
     VINE --- Texas Victim Information & Notification Everyday            1-877-894-8463

CHILD ABUSE:
     National Center for Missing & Exploited Children                             1-800-843-5678

     Report Abuse or Neglect of a child, contact:
     CPS --- Child Protective Services                                                        1-800-252-5400

SEXUAL ASSAULT:
     TAASA---Texas Association Against Sexual Assault                          1-512-474-7190

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
     Office of Attorney General – Texas/Victim Services                         1-512-245-2805
     MADD (Mother’s Against Drunk Driving)                                            1-877-275-6233
     Texas Department Of Criminal Justice                                                1-800-848-4284
     Lone Star Legal Aid Foundation                                                           713-652-0077
     Familytime Crisis & Counseling                                                            281-446-2615
     Houston Area Women’s Center                                                            713-528-2121

What is Texas V.I.N.E.?

A free service for crime victims and other concerned citizens. VINE provides basic information on jailed offenders and scheduled court events. This victim notification network notifies registered users of changes in offender jail status and court cases. Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week in English or Spanish.

The following are ways to obtain offender information:

  • Call toll-free 1-877-894-8463 to Texas V.I.N.E.
  • Visit the Texas V.I.N.E. website www.VINELink.com
  • Call the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Public Information line at 713-755-5300
  • Visit the Harris County Sheriff’s Office website www.harriscountyso.org and click on the Jail Info link

You will need one or more of the following to obtain information:

  • Full name of the offender
  • Date of birth of the offender
  • Case number
  • SPN-System Person or Offender number

VINE Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register with Texas V.I.N.E.?

When the original report is made and defendant has been booked into the custody of the Harris County Jail you will automatically be registered into the system by the reporting deputy. You will be given a PIN number. The default PIN number will be the last four digits of the contact telephone number given to the reporting deputy by the victim.

How will I be notified that the offender is being released?

You will receive an automated telephone call from Texas V.I.N.E. when the following occurs:

  • The offender is being released or transferred from custody.
  • A court event has been set or changed
  • The offender has died in jail or escaped.

How will the Texas V.I.N.E. system know that I am the victim?

The system will ask for your PIN number (last four digits of the contact number given to the reporting deputy) that was provided to you at the time the report was generated. You will enter the number using the keypad on the telephone you are dialing from.

Can I register more than one telephone number?

Yes. However, you will have to contact Texas V.I.N.E. at 1-877-894-8463.

Why do I need a PIN?

A PIN number is required to register as a victim in the Texas V.I.N.E. system. The PIN number is also required to un-register as a victim in Texas V.I.N.E.. The PIN number will be the last four digits of the primary phone number used to sign up with VINE.

Receiving a Notification Call

You will receive an automated telephone call from V.I.N.E. when the following occurs:

  • The offender is being released or transferred.
  • A court event has been set or changed.
  • The offender has died in jail or escapes.

You will receive a notification call every 2 hours for a 24 hour period or until you enter your PIN number to acknowledge receipt of the call. Entering your PIN number when the system requires it will discontinue calls until the next offender jail or case status change.


 

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