What to Expect When You Contact Us?
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 2 – Definition of Child for Citizenship and Naturalization
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 3 – United States Citizens at Birth (INA 301 and 309)
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 4 – Automatic Acquisition of Citizenship after Birth (INA 320)
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 5 – Child Residing Outside of the United States (INA 322)
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 2 – Definition of Child for Citizenship and Naturalization
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 3 – United States Citizens at Birth (INA 301 and 309)
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 4 – Automatic Acquisition of Citizenship after Birth (INA 320)
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USCIS Policy Manual, Chapter 5 – Child Residing Outside of the United States (INA 322)

Human Rights Advocates
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Order for Restoring Peace on Earth (ORPE)
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Light Shiner in the Midst of Darkness
Defending Human Dignity
Intervening wherever human dignity is compromised; wherever fundamental rights are impaired; and taking action in whatever comes at our disposition.
Email: info@orpe.org
Tel: 410-807-3874
LEGAL SERVICES
Maryland's criminal justice system can be complex and intimidating. As the victim of a crime, you have rights guaranteed by both federal and state law. These legal rights include the right to be informed, the right to protection, the right to attend the trial, the right to be heard, the right to be notified, and the right to restitution.
If you need help to make your rights a reality or other legal assistance arising as a direct result of victimization, the Victim Assistance Network provides related services to eligible crime victims throughout Maryland, DC, and Virginia, including:
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Information regarding your legal rights
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Over-the-phone legal counsel with our Victim Services Attorney
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Referrals for community services
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Assistance connecting with no-cost or low-cost attorneys
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Limited in-court representation (in the greater Richmond area)
NEED LEGAL HELP?
COMPLETE OUR ONLINE INTAKE FORM
or call 410-576-6380
All services are FREE, SAFE, and CONFIDENTIAL.
Criminal Division Victim Services Coordinator (MD Attny General)
(410) 576-6380 or (888) 743-0023.
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Advocate for victims' rights
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Trains professional who work with victims
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A comprehensive resource committed to advancing victims' rights and helping victims of crime rebuild their lives
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SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUPS
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REGIONAL CRISIS RESPONSE TEAMS