How to File a Complaint
(or download/print PDF)If you are the victim of a crime and are not satisfied by the services you have received and/or feel that your rights as a crime victim have been violated, you may request the assistance of the CVO by taking the following steps:
- Make a written request to the CVO to conduct a formal inquiry.
- Provide a brief explanation of the criminal incident, attaching copies of incident reports if you have them.
- Clearly and concisely explain your complaint and against whom the complaint is made.
- State what you would like the CVO to do.
- Be sure to include in your complaint your name with original signature, address and a telephone number where you can be reached.
- Select one of the following options to submit your complaint:
Fax to:
(803) 734-1428
Send an addressed envelope to:
Governor's Office
Crime Victims' Ombudsman
1205 Pendleton Street, Rm. 463
Columbia, SC 29201
- Your letter gives the CVO the legal authority to conduct a formal inquiry on your behalf.
IF YOU'RE UNSURE ABOUT YOUR CASE, CALL THE CRIME VICTIMS' OMBUDSMAN.
WE CAN HELP YOU GET THE ANSWERS YOU NEED.
