Every person's experience is unique, and not every situation fits neatly into one category. Whether you have experienced a crime, are unsure what happened, or are supporting someone else, understanding the different types of victimization can help you identify available resources and support. Select a topic below to learn more about common experiences, your options, and how UTPD Victim Services can help.
Harassment & Stalking
Harassment and stalking can involve repeated unwanted behaviors that cause fear, intimidation, or emotional distress. Whether the behavior occurs in person, online, or through someone else, UTPD Victim Services can help you understand your options, increase your safety, and connect you with available resources.
Learn about:
- Understanding Harassment and Stalking
- How UTPD Victim Services Can Help
- Safety Planning and Protective Measures
- Digital Safety and Documentation
- On Campus Safety Options
- Helpful Contacts
Relationship Violence
Relationship violence can include physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or controlling behaviors within a dating, family, or household relationship. Whether you are seeking information, considering your options, or supporting someone else, UTPD Victim Services is here to provide support, guidance, and resources.
Learn about:
- Understanding Relationship Violence
- How UTPD Victim Services Can Help
- Safety Planning
- How to Support a Friend
- Protective Orders and Lease Terminations
- Helpful Contacts
Sexual Violence & Sexual Assault
Sexual assault and other forms of sexual violence can have lasting emotional, physical, and psychological effects. UTPD Victim Services provides a safe, supportive environment to help you understand your options, access resources, and make informed decisions that are right for you.
Learn about:
- Understanding Sexual Violence & Sexual Assault
- How UTPD Victim Services Can Help
- Know Your Options
- How to Support a Friend
- Common Reactions
- Medical Care and Reporting Options
- Helpful Contacts
Burglary & Theft
A burglary or theft can leave you feeling vulnerable and uncertain about what to do next. UTPD Victim Services can provide support, explain available resources, and help you navigate the recovery process after a property crime.
Learn about:
- Understanding Burglary and Theft
- How UTPD Victim Services Can Help
- Prevention Tips
- Helpful Contacts
Scams, Fraud, & Online Exploitation
Scams, fraud, and online exploitation can involve deception, manipulation, or threats used to obtain money, personal information, accout access, or other personal information. Whether you experienced financial loss, identity theft, online exploitation, or were pressured or threatened through technology, UTPD Victim Services can help you understand your options, increase your safety, and connect you with available resources.
Learn about:
- Understanding Scams, Fraud, & Online Exploitation
- How UTPD Victim Services Can Help
- Protecting Your Personal Information and Online Accounts
- Responding to Financial Loss, Identity Theft, and Online Threats
- Helpful Contacts