Rowan University Services available to victims/witnesses

Rowan University Police Department

The Rowan University Police Department is staffed by police, security, and dispatch personnel 24/7. For non-emergency situations, contact the Rowan Police Department Communications Center at 856-256-4922. In an emergency situation, always dial 9-1-1.

Rowan University Police Department Victim Witness Services

The Victim/Witness Services Unit assists members of the Rowan Community who have been victims or witnesses of a crime. This unit's goal is to assist victims/witnesses as they deal with the criminal justice system.

For additional information about the Victim/Witness Services Unit, contact Det. Laura Gage, Victim Witness Coordinator.

New Jersey's Victim's Bill of Rights

Victim's Bill of Rights

• To be treated with dignity and compassion by the criminal justice system
• To be informed about the criminal justice system
• To be free from intimidation
• To have inconveniences associated with participation in the criminal justice process minimized
• To make at least one telephone call which is reasonable in both length and location called
• To medical assistance, if it appears necessary
• To be notified if presence in court is not needed
• To be informed about available remedies, financial assistance and social services
• To be compensated for losses when possible
• To be provided a secure waiting area during court proceedings
• To be advised of case progress and final disposition
• To the prompt return of property when no longer needed
• To submit a written statement about the crime to a representative of the prosecutor's office prior to the prosecutor's final decision regarding the filing of a formal criminal charge
• To address the Judge at sentencing concerning the impact of the crime
• To be notified of parole eligibility and release

• Victim / Witness Services

• Information about the criminal justice systems
• Information about the specific case in which you are involved
• Notification of any change in the status of the case
• Notification on bail/release/parole
• Assistance in obtaining return of property when no longer needed as evidence
• Assistance in applying to the Violent Crime Compensation Office for medical expenses, counseling costs and funeral expenses
• Assistance in requesting restitution from the court
• Assistance in obtaining counseling
• HIV Testing of offender

Rowan EMS

Rowan EMS

Rowan Counseling and Psychological Services

Individual counseling is an opportunity to speak privately and confidentially with a trained counselor about personal concerns and/or emotional problems and to facilitate personal growth. The services of the Rowan CPS are free to all Rowan students.

All counseling records are confidential and do not become part of student’s educational records. Communications between counselor and client are privileged, confidential, and safeguarded.

For more information, see Rowan Counseling and Psychological Services