UW Police Crime Victim Advocacy
Being a victim of crime can be a scary and traumatizing experience. Michele Puckhaber, the UWPD Crime Victim Advocate, helps victims and their families, and witnesses through the process of physical, emotional and financial recovery. This includes assistance in:
locating resources, both on and off campus, for a variety of needs, including counseling and health services, civil legal assistance and housing.
obtaining a domestic violence protection order, an anti-harassment order or a sexual assault protection order, including transportation to court, help in filing the paperwork and preparation for hearings.
filing for Crime Victim's Compensation and other forms of restitution.
navigating the criminal justice system, including assistance in preparing for court appearances, facilitating contact with the prosecutor and monitoring the case through the final disposition.
planning for your future safety.
If you or a family member have been a victim or witness to a crime and would like to see how Michele can assist you, please call 206.543.9337 or email her at
mpuck@uw.edu.