http://rivcoda.org/scam-alert
Scam Alert! DA's Office Warns of Kidnap/Ransom Scam DA's Office Warns of Rental Listing Scams Residents Warned of Jury Duty Service Scam Beware the Grandparent Scam Avoid Scams Consumer Information DA’S OFFICE WARNS OF KIDNAP/RANSOM SCAM Our office and our Bureau of Investigation want to warn residents of a frightening scam that has happened in the Coachella Valley - but could happen anywhere.…
http://rivcoda.org/legal-notices
Legal Notices Terms & Conditions Please Read Our Terms & Conditions Before Proceeding The County of Riverside District Attorney’s Office website, (“Website”) is offered to you, conditioned on acceptance of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein, without modification. The terms and conditions in this document (“Terms & Conditions”), together with the Privacy Policy, are…
http://rivcoda.org/victims-rights
Victims' Rights Crime victims have many rights. The California Constitution gives all victims of crime a victims' bill of rights known as Marsy’s Law.In addition to the rights victims have under Marsy’s Law there are several additional rights given to victims under other California laws. To help crime victims navigate through the system, and to obtain every right, the Riverside County District…
http://rivcoda.org/victim-compensation
Victim Compensation If you or someone close to you were injured or threatened with injury in a violent crime, the California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) may help pay certain crime-related expenses. In Riverside County, The District Attorney's Office contracts with CalVCB to provide local claim approval and verification service, which means victims and local services providers receive…
http://rivcoda.org/conviction-review-committee
Conviction Review Committee The role of the prosecutor is to see “that justice shall be done” and “guilt shall not escape or innocence suffer.” (Berger v. United States (1935) 295 U.S. 78, 88.)The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is…
http://rivcoda.org/restitution
Restitution DIRECT RESTITUTION THROUGH THE CRIMINAL OR JUVENILE CASE: Victims of crime have the right to request the defendant be responsible for crime-related losses. Restitution can be ordered at the time of sentencing. To request a restitution order, please contact the Division of Victim Services and speak with a Victim Services Specialist. We will need receipts, estimates, invoices or other…
http://rivcoda.org/speakers-bureau
Speakers Bureau The Speakers Bureau is a community outreach and education program that will match qualified members of the District Attorney's staff with community groups and organizations wishing to learn more about various aspects of the criminal justice system. Entities such as neighborhood organizations, educational institutions, faith-based groups, and clubs or organizations should feel free…
http://rivcoda.org/computer-crimes-unit
Computer Crimes Unit Today’s information technology presents society with many new opportunities. Unfortunately, many individuals have chosen to use that technology as an opportunity to commit serious crimes. Understanding that the Internet has created new challenges for law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office is committed to combating the growing threat of cybercrime to the public. The…
http://rivcoda.org/life-and-annuity-fraud-unit
Life and Annuity Fraud Unit Although the vast majority of life insurance agents are honest, hard-working individuals, there are exceptions. One of the most shocking aspects of life insurance or annuity fraud is how the financial predator takes advantage of those who placed their trust in them in the first place.Life insurance and annuity fraud involves unscrupulous agents who sell unsuitable…
http://rivcoda.org/grand-theft-auto
Grand Theft Auto The Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Unit prosecutes auto theft and carjacking Vehicle theft is one of the most costly property crimes and remains an epidemic throughout the United States. In addition to handling individual cases investigated by local law enforcement, the GTA Unit also works actively with the Riverside Auto Theft Interdiction Detail (R.A.I.D.), a multi-agency task force…
