Victim Witness Division


The Victim Witness Division of the Prosecutor’s Office has the responsibility to aid and assist victims of crime in overcoming the adverse effects of their victimization from cases originating in Common Pleas, Juvenile, and Municipal Courts. The Victim Witness Division provides Court Advocacy in all Fayette County Courts, Assistance in filing and information about Protection Orders, Notification on all Court cases, County Crisis Response available through law enforcement or the area hospital, Emergency Assistance, Assistance in filing for Victim’s of Crime Compensation, and other services.

Fayette County Victim Witness Division
133 South Main Street , Lower Level
Washington CH, Ohio 43160
Office: 740-335-8033 - this number is also good for contacting an advocate after hours.
Fax: 740-333-3596: vicwit@fayette-co-oh.com

STAFF
Niki Smith , R.A.
Director/Common Pleas Court Advocate
E-mail: niki.smith@fayette-co-oh.com


Stefani Payton , Juvenile Advocate
E-mail: stefani.payton@fayette-co-oh.com