VICTIM SERVICES
Victim Services Unit
The Prescott Police Department Victim Services Unit can provide services to victims of crime. This includes intimate partner and domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, robbery, assault, survivors of attempted homicide, stalking, and harassment. Our victim advocates work closely with the Investigations Section to ensure communication is ongoing. That helps ensure victims are able to navigate the criminal justice system with greater understanding and clarity.
How We Can Help
- Information and Community Resource Referrals
- Assist with Order of Protection and Injunction Against Harassment
- Safety Planning
- Emotional Support
- Case Updates
- Court Accompaniment for Criminal Matters
- Victim Rights Information
What We Do
Our victim advocates work with victims of crime helping connect them with community resources. This includes shelter, food, clothing, etc., assisting in navigating the criminal justice system, and ensuring their rights as a victim are being honored. Our victim advocates can act as a liaison between the victim and various agencies involved, not only keeping the victim informed, but giving them a voice.
Intimate Partner Violence Risk Assessment Tool
Intimate Partner Violence (generally referred to as domestic violence) includes physical, emotional, sexual, verbal, social and financial abuse between individuals in a former or current legal marriage, who are living together, or in a dating relationship.
When responding to intimate partner violence calls for service, officers of the Prescott Police Department administer a questionnaire (tool) designed to assess the likelihood that an intimate partner relationship could result in a near lethal or lethal outcome by identifying risk markers within the dynamics of the relationship.
Our victim advocates utilize the victim’s responses to work with meeting his/her individual needs in an effort to better address safety concerns and enhance our service to victims of intimate partner violence.
Meet Eden
Eden is the Prescott Police Department’s first Facility K9. Eden is a Standard Goldendoodle and was born on May 13, 2021. At just 8 weeks of age, Eden began her task trainings that she will perform when working with victims of trauma and crime. These tasks include her ability to detect physical and chemical changes in a victim recovering from a traumatic event by recognizing an increase of Cortisol immittance which spikes when humans are stressed. One of the tasks she can execute is to engage the victim and interrupt the Cortisol dump by performing the task “cover” which is where she lays across the lap of an individual, in turn providing comfort and reduction of stress, similar to that of a weighted blanket. Eden will remain in the cover position until the victim’s Cortisol level reduces to a normal range or is called back by her handler.
An ever-increasing body of scientific research shows that regular interaction with gentle, caring, supportive and affectionate emotional support dogs, promotes extremely positive mental, emotional, and physical benefits. These dogs have been shown to reduce stress levels, manage depression, and foster an overall holistic sense of well-being such as improved immediate mood, comfort and overall mindset.
The Prescott Police Department is following in a growing trend of utilizing systems-based Facility K9’s that are an effective tool in promoting meaningful participation in the criminal justice system. This innovative program helps us meet our department’s vision of being a leader in our region in providing superior public safety services, while continuing to strive to reach above our standards and putting our citizens best interest at the forefront of our daily practice.
Amy Fillingim, CA
Senior Victim Advocate
Amy began her career in civilian law enforcement in February 2006 as a Police Services Technician with the Murrieta Police Department in Murrieta, California. In 2010, she relocated to the greater Prescott area, joining the Prescott Regional Communications Center as a 911 Dispatcher. In this role, she provided critical support as a police dispatcher for the Prescott, Prescott Valley, Yavapai Tribal, and Yavapai College Police Departments.
In January 2016, Amy was appointed as the Prescott Police Department’s first Victim Advocate. Since then, she has spearheaded the growth of the Victim Services Unit, expanding the team to include a second Victim Advocate and introducing the department’s first full-time Facility K9 program. This innovative program offers a unique layer of support to crime victims. Amy is also a nationally certified Credentialed Advocate through the NACP, reflecting her expertise and dedication in the field.
Amy’s educational journey underscores her commitment to excellence. She graduated with honors from Yavapai College in December 2013, earning an Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice. She continued her academic pursuits, graduating Cum Laude from Arizona State University in December 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology. Currently, Amy is on track to graduate with distinction from Sam Houston State University in August 2025 with a Master of Science in Victim Services Management.
Amy takes immense pride in working alongside victims of violent crime, guiding them through the often complex and intimidating criminal justice process. She provides emotional support, advocates for their rights, and connects them with vital community resources, ensuring they are empowered during their journey toward healing and justice.
Dawn Musil
Victim Advocate
Dawn began her career in the criminal justice system in 1995 with the Yavapai County Superior Court working in the areas of domestic relations, post-conviction appeals and trial exhibits/evidence. In July of 2002, Dawn joined the Prescott Police Department as a 911 Dispatcher where she served as a 911 call taker and police dispatcher for Prescott, Prescott Valley, Yavapai Prescott Tribal, and Yavapai College Police Departments.
Dawn joined the Victim Services Unit in January 2023. This has enabled her to fulfill her passion for working one-on-one with victims of violent crimes. Dawn does this by helping the victim navigate the criminal justice system, which can often be overwhelming and confusing. She provides emotional support, ensures their victim rights are observed, and facilitates connections with community resources.
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Civil Rights Disclaimer
The City of Prescott provides services without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.
If you believe you have experienced discrimination, you are encouraged to file a civil rights complaint as soon as possible. This can be done by visiting the City of Prescott’s website below:
