VINE Louisiana: Strengthening Safety, Empowering Victims
VINE is a vital resource for Louisiana communities, providing free and confidential notification services to victims of crime whose offenders are incarcerated. VINE is committed to partnering with law enforcement agencies, victim advocacy groups, and government organizations at the county level to help enhance public safety, empower victims, and foster a stronger, more informed community.
Why VINE Matters for Louisiana
- Enhance Victim Safety: Empower survivors to make informed decisions about their safety with real-time notifications about an offender's release, transfer, or escape.
- Streamline Operations: Automate notification processes, saving law enforcement valuable time and resources.
- Greater Transparency: Promote a more open and accessible judicial system, fostering trust and confidence in the legal process.
- Foster Collaboration: Build stronger partnerships between law enforcement, victim advocates, and community organizations to better support survivors.
Proven Success
In 2023, VINE Louisiana helped to:
- Register almost 84,000 users
- Send nearly 300,000 notifications to survivors
- Answer almost 6,000 calls with sensitivity-trained customer support available 24/7/365
VINE Courts
Louisiana currently uses VINE Courts in 18 parishes which helps provide automated court case notifications to victims, concerned citizens, and criminal justice agencies. Users are able to search for court cases and receive updates on case events, including hearings, continuances, and sentencing. With VINE Courts, users have 24/7 access to timely and reliable information about court cases, which helps to promote safety and peace of mind. Learn how your parish can get started!
Want to learn more about how VINE is supporting communities in Louisiana? Contact us to learn how to make the most of VINE services.