Chautauqua County Courthouse
1 North Erie Street Mayville, NY 14757
chqgov.com/district-attorney/victim-assistance-program
Victim Assistance Center
716-753-4390
District Attorney's Office
716-753-4241
NYS Office of Victim Services
800-247-8035
Primary Services
Crime Victim Support
Description
Works directly with Chautauqua County's prosecuting attorneys to ensure a victim's voice is heard in the courtroom. Provides direct services to crime victims, including but not limited to court accompaniment/advocacy, assistance with NYS Office of Victim Services compensation applications, assistance with writing impact statements and opposition letters, victim notification and information on criminal prosecution, as well as community referrals and education throughout the criminal justice process.
Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.
Eligibility
All victims and witnesses of crime in Chautauqua County.
Intake Process
Victim Service Providers contact are referred to victims directly from police reports. Individuals may call to inquire about services but are not eligible for services if there is no case pending.
Program Fees
Free.
Languages
English and Spanish.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Date of Official Change
Oct 13, 2025
Contacts
Crystal Duffy
Victim Service Provider
DuffyC@co.chautauqua.ny.us
716-753-4630
Emily Novak
STRIVE Coordinator
Emily.Novak@chqgov.com
716-753-4265
Kislyn Frary
Victim Service Provider
fraryk@chqgov.com
716-753-4634
Robert Ward
STRIVE Sr. Investigator
Rob.Ward@chqgov.com