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- Understanding crime types
  It may not always be clear what type of crime has happened or where to find information that fits your situation. This section explains different types of crime and may help you find relevant information, support and options.
  - Types of crime
    
    Types of crime
    
    Family harm
    
    Sexual harm
    
    Death, physical harm or injury
    
    Control, manipulation and exploitation
    
    Fraud, scams and identity theft
    
    Property, home and belongings
    
    Hate and terrorism
    
    Young people and crime
  - Effects of crime
- Finding support & resources
  Support is available in different forms, depending on what has happened and what you need. This section provides information about support services, safety, financial and legal help, useful resources, and other options that may be available.
- Reporting options
  You can choose whether reporting to Police is right for you. This section provides information about how to report, what may happen during a Police investigation, how charges are laid, and what bail means.
  - Report what happened
    
    Report what happened
    
    How to report to police
    
    How the police investigate
    
    How charges are laid
    
    Understanding bail
  - Other options
- Going through the court process
  This section helps you understand what may happen if a case goes through court or another justice process. You can learn about court staff, different courts and justice processes, and where to find support along the way.
- Supporting someone
  This section can help you support someone who has experienced a crime, while also looking after your own wellbeing. Learn what may help the person you are supporting, how to support someone through the court process, and where to find support if you need it too.

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Victims of youth crime

Information for victims of youth crime, their whānau, families, and support people.

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Young victim-survivors

Information for young victim-survivors, their whānau, families, and support people.

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Fraud, scams and identity theft

Information about types of fraud, scams or identity theft - what they are, what to do about them, and who can help.

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Getting legal protection

Learn about legal protections that may help if someone is making you feel unsafe, including protection orders and other available options.

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Courts, agencies and services

Find organisations, services, and government agencies that may be able to support you after a crime.

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