Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP)

The Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP) assists victims of crimes such as rape/sexual assault, homicide, driving while intoxicated (DWI), car jacking, torture, hate crimes, arson, larceny, robbery, auto theft and vandalism.  The program provides information and referral, advocacy, crisis and ongoing counseling, support and compensation services for victims of crimes committed in Montgomery County or crime victims who live in Montgomery County. Assistance is also provided to the victims' families and significant others. Staff also works to educate public about issues related to sexual assault and rape, human trafficking and labor servitude and other issues.  Speakers are available to participate in meetings and forums geared to public education.

For more information about resources for domestic violence, sexual assault and general crime victim services and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic

Montgomery County's press release for our Ride On Bus Ad Campaign Educates Residents About Services for Survivors of Sexual Assault; Ads Highlight Availability of Forensic Exams


Download a fact sheet on Sexual Assault Forensic Exams.

For more information please click on the link below: 

https://youtu.be/PQ2W2Eeg1PE

 

In spanish, please click on the link below: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgWWbtbjbqo

 

Please click here to view the proclamation

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! Come join an invaluable team.  Read more about volunteering and to apply.  
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If you would like to  DONATE  to the Montgomery County  Crime Victims' Compensation Fund.  We are now accepting VISA, DISCOVER, AMEX and MASTERCARD. Please call us at 240-777-1355 to find out more information on how to donate to our program to help crime victims in need.  

For immediate assistance, call:

Weekdays 240-777-1355 weekdays
24-hour crisis line 240-777-4357 24-hour crisis line
FAX 240-777-1329 FAX

Contact us by email at  vasap@montgomerycountymd.gov