'National Crime Victims' Rights Week' Observed In Williamson County

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TX — National Crime Victims' Rights Week is being observed in Williamson County with the theme "Strength, Resilience, Justice," officials with the sheriff's office said Monday.

The week will be observed through April 8 after having kicked off on Sunday. This year's theme reflects a vision for the future in which all victims are strengthened by the response they receive, officials noted. Organizations displaying resilience in response to challgnes and communities able to seek collective justice and healing also will be observed.

During the week-long observation, the Victim Advocates of Williamson County will coordinate a ceremony to recognize and honor extraordinary individuals who demonstrate outstanding service to victims of crime and victim services, officials said. The honorees will be recognized at the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards ceremony on April 5 at 10:00 a.m. at the Historic 26th District Courtroom located inside the Historic Courthouse on the square located at 710 Main Street in Georgetown.

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