Lincolnton Police Department
Crime Victim Rights & Assistance
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The Lincolnton Police Department is sorry to hear you have been the victim of a crime. This experience may have created stress, fear, or confusion for you, and we would like to offer our help with any problem(s)you may be experiencing as a result of this crime. The information presented here is designed to informand assist you with questions or concerns you may have. This information is a summary of your rightsand is designed to help you exercise those rights and locate services.
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For offenses committed on or after Aug. 31, 2019, the provisions of G.S. 15A, Article 46 (the Crime Victims’ Rights Act, or CVRA) apply only to victims of offenses listed in G.S. 15A-830. The list below identifies those offenses. For offenses committed before Aug. 31, 2019, see forms AOC-CR-180A and AOC-CR-181A.
CVRA Offenses Committed On Or After Aug. 31, 2019
For offenses committed on or after Aug. 31, 2019, the CVRA applies to victims of offenses listed in G.S. 15A-830(a)(3b) (felony property crime) or 15A-830(a)(6a) (offense against the person).
A felony property crime is any felony set out in:
- Subchapter IV of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-51 through 14-69.3); or
- Subchapter V of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-70 through 14-125).
An offense against the person is an offense involving the person of the victim which constitutes a violation of:
- Subchapter III of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-17 through 14-50.43);
- Subchapter VII of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-177 through 14-208.45);
- Article 39 of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-313 through 14-321.2);
- Chapter 20 of the General Statutes, if an element of the offense involves impairment of the defendant, or injury or death to the victim;
- A valid protective order under G.S. 50B-4.1, including, but not limited to, G.S. 14-134.3 and G.S. 14-269.8;
- Article 35 of Chapter 14 of the General Statutes (G.S. 14-269 through 14-277.8), if the elements of the offense involve communicating a threat or stalking; or
- An offense that triggers the enumerated victims’ rights, as required by the North Carolina Constitution.*
* This final category of offenses against the person, set out in G.S. 15A-830(a)(6a)g., appears to apply the CVRA to offenses that fit the constitutional criterion of Article I, § 37(a), a “crime … against or involving the person of the victim,” but are not otherwise enumerated in the list above. Which additional offenses satisfy that criterion would appear to be a case-by-case determination by the officials with assigned duties under the CVRA.
As a victim of crime, you shall be treated with dignity and respect by the criminal justice system. The North Carolina Constitution guarantees the following rights:
- The right upon request to reasonable, accurate, and timely notice of court proceedings of the accused.
- The right upon request to be present at court proceedings of the accused.
- The right to be reasonably heard at court proceedings involving the plea, conviction, sentencing, or release of the accused.
- The right to receive restitution in a reasonably timely manner, when ordered by the court.
- The right to be given information about the crime, how the criminal justice system works, the rights of victims, and the availability of services for victims.
- The right upon request to receive information about the conviction or final disposition and sentence of the accused.
- The right upon request to receive notification of escape, release, proposed parole or pardon of the accused, or notice of a reprieve or commutation of the accused’s sentence.
- The right to present the victim’s views and concerns in writing to the Governor or agency considering any action that could result in the release of the accused, prior to such action becoming effective.
- The right to reasonably confer with the prosecution.
- Upon arrest, a defendant has the right to pretrial release through a bond or special conditions set by a magistrate or judge.
- To obtain information regarding custody status changes and criminal case information, visit www.ncsavan.org or call 1-877-627-2826.
Victims Compensation Services reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime. A claim must be filed within two years to receive compensation. For more information, go to www.ncdps.gov (Crime Victim Compensation) or
call 1-800-826-6200.
- Should you need medical assistance resulting from this crime, law enforcement can provide the proper information.
- If you receive a threat, immediately call the law enforcementagency and prosecutor assigned to your case.
- Any stolen or other personal property that has been seized shall be expeditiously returned when it is no longer needed as evidence.
- If an arrest is made in your case, law enforcement will notify you. If you are not notified within six months of the reported crime, you may contact:
Law Enforcement
Lincolnton Police Department
P.O. Box 617 / 701 East Main Street
Lincolnton, NC 28093
District Attorney
Michael W. Miller, District Attorney
Post Office Box 874
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093
The City of Lincolnton and Lincoln County have a number of social services agencies that provide support and assistance to all members of the community. Some key agencies include:
Christian Ministry of Lincoln County
With the help of member churches, local businesses, social groups, and individuals, Christian Ministry of Lincoln County tries to meet the needs of those in our community through five different ministries: Emergency Services, Soup Kitchen - Open everyday 11:30am - 12:30pm, LINC Home Delivered Meals, Christmas Ministry, and Nursing Home Ministry.
207 S. Poplar St.
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Monday - Friday 9am to 1pm
The United Way of Lincoln County
The United Way of Lincoln County provides support grants to partner organizations and emergency funding for individuals. The United Way of Lincoln County connects people, resources, and ideas to create a thriving community characterized by stability, educational success, and healthy members of our community.
Email: uwlincolnco@bellsouth.net
The Lincoln County Coalition Against Child Abuse
The Lincoln County Coalition Against Child Abuse’s Child Advocacy Center is dedicated to being the primary source of relief through a coordination of efforts when a child is victimized. The Child Advocacy Center was established to respond rapidly and effectively to reported cases of child abuse, with intent to minimize further trauma to the child and non-offending family members, to promote appropriate therapy for the child and non-offending family members, and to follow-up with the child and family throughout the periods of investigation and therapy.
The Lincoln County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Lincoln County Coalition Against Domestic Violence (LCCADV) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit offering shelter, support, services and assistance for women & children survivors of abuse. It is a safe haven for families displaced by violence & a transitional step until they can recover, heal, empower, and make plans for their future.
Crisis Line Phone: 704-736-1224 | 704-736-0112
Email:Information@lincolncounty-cadv.org
The Hesed House of Hope
The Hesed House of Hope is currently the only homeless shelter in Lincoln County. It started in 2008 and rotated between 5 area churches. In 2009, the agency broke ground on a permanent facility. The new facility opened in 2012 and served as a wintertime only shelter until 2017.
Email: