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If you get a witness summons

Summary

You can get free and confidential help from the Witness Service. They can give you emotional support and help you understand the court process.

Key information

  • You can get free and confidential help from the Witness Service. They can give you emotional support and help you understand the court process.
  • You can get help from the Witness Service on the Witness Service website

Practical guidance

  • Source: [If you get a witness summons](https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/law-and-courts/legal-system/going-to-court-as-a-witness1/you-might-have-to-go-to-court-as-a-witness/if-you-get-a-witness-summons/)

Related topics

Crime and PoliceVictim SupportYou might have to go to court as a witness

Sources

  • Citizens Advice — [If you get a witness summons](https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/law-and-courts/legal-system/going-to-court-as-a-witness1/you-might-have-to-go-to-court-as-a-witness/if-you-get-a-witness-summons/) — `raw/citizens-advice/law-and-courts-if-you-get-a-witness-summons.md`

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