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I only have about 45 minutes to evade retaliation, but I’m prepared with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.

NOW I KNOW

I only have about 45 minutes to evade retaliation, but I’m prepared with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.
I AM NOT ALONE

I have the peace of mind I deserve with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.

I AM NOT ALONE

I have the peace of mind I deserve with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.
I AM IN CONTROL

I have a safety plan, I know my options and I’m prepared with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.

I AM IN CONTROL

I have a safety plan, I know my options and I’m prepared with CRIME VICTIM ALERTS.

I am Not Alone

The NYS Sheriffs’ Institute is committed to helping crime victims by providing notification systems and resources.

Victim Notification - Learn More

Order of Protection Notification System

The 45-minute period after an Order of Protection is served is crucial for a victim. Our Order of Protection Notification System allows domestic violence victims to be notified by phone, text message, or e-mail when an Order is served, providing the information they need to take appropriate precautions for themselves and their loved ones. This free service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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How it Works

Court issues Order of Protection (OP).

Law Enforcement serves the OP.

OP Notification is triggered and notifies the victim by text, email, or phone.

Inmate Release Notification System

Crime victims often are haunted by thoughts of their offender. Knowing their custody status can provide peace of mind. Our Inmate Release Notification System monitors offenders in New York’s jails so victims can anonymously look up offenders and register to receive notification of change in custody status by phone, email, or text message. This free service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Look Up Offenders

Go to vinelink.com or make a toll-free call to 1-888-VINE-4-NY to immediately learn the custody status of any offender housed in any of New York’s County Jails or Correctional Facilities.

Look Up an Offender

Register to be Notified

Register online to be notified via phone, text or email when the offender’s status changes. The offender will never know you are registered.

Get the Message

"The time immediately following when an order of protection is served can be the most dangerous for a victim of domestic violence. But, when armed with the technology that the Order of Protection Notification Service system provides, victims of domestic violence can receive timely notifications and take appropriate steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from further harm. I encourage victims to sign up for this service as soon as possible."

"Victims of domestic violence have grave concerns about their personal safety immediately following service of an Order of Protection. New York’s Family Court Order of Protection Notification System serves as a model for other states to provide victims with more timely and accurate information when Orders of Protection are served so they, and the victim advocacy community, can plan for the safety needs of victims and families. The program will undoubtedly save lives and lead to safer communities."

Denise E. O’Donnell

Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance, within the U.S. Department of Justice

"I feel safe because I was alerted to changes involving my offender. Had it not been for VINE, the results could have been terrible."

Belinda Harris-Ritter

Offender murdered her parents

"I wish I could articulate to you how afraid I was of John. I know that should he get out of prison, he will find me and kill me. I have no doubt in my mind. However, I feel I can put my safety in the hands of VINE and you won't let me down. Thank you for the secure feeling I've not had for six years. And that feeling is priceless."

Mildred Muhammad

Former wife of "DC Sniper" John Muhammad

"VINE is the greatest innovation we have to fight domestic violence crime created in the last three decades. It saves lives."

Marcia Roth

Executive Director, Mary Byron Project

Andrew Cuomo

New York State Governor

"My offender has been arrested in different jurisdictions. It was really hard to keep up until I found out about VINE and I did a search on your website. It's such a relief to know where he is. My case has been going around the court system for 18 months. It can give you a feeling of hopelessness and that no one cares. Your system changes that for me."

Lori

Stalking and domestic victim

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NY Sheriffs’ Victim Service Provider Directory

Resources in Your County

Resources for Crime Victims

If you feel you are in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.

If you think someone is monitoring your devices, visit this website from a computer, tablet, or smartphone that isn't being monitored. Exit from this website and delete it from your browser history.

If you are a victim of crime or abuse, our crime victim alerts are just one part of your safety plan. For help creating your safety plan and for more information about resources available to you, visit our resources page.

To connect with crime victim service agencies in your county, visit the NY Sheriffs’ Victim Service Provider Directory. Select “continue as guest.”

NOW I KNOW

NOW I KNOW

I AM NOT ALONE

I AM NOT ALONE

I AM IN CONTROL

I AM IN CONTROL

I am Not Alone

Order of Protection Notification System

How it Works

Inmate Release Notification System

Now I Know

Look Up Offenders

Register to be Notified

I am in Control

NY Sheriffs’ Victim Service Provider Directory

Resources for Crime Victims