Empower Your Community Across the Criminal Justice Process
Use VINE to take the uncertainty out of the criminal justice process.
Quick Facts: VINE Offender Notification System
- What is VINE?
- A centralized, automated notification platform tracking offender custody, court events, and protective orders.
- Who can use VINE?
- Crime victims, survivors, victim service providers, law enforcement agents, and general citizens seeking public offender data.
- How are notifications delivered?
- Near real-time alerts are sent via phone, text, email, or TTY, alongside mobile app access via VINELink.
- Is there a cost?
- No, VINE is entirely free and confidential for victims and survivors.
VINE System Architecture & Workflow Summary
| Feature Component | Operational Mechanism |
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| Data Integration | Automated feeds directly from state departments of corrections, county facilities, and court databases with zero manual entry. |
| Core Data Types | Incarceration status updates (bookings, releases, transfers) and court event/protective order schedules. |
| User Platforms | VINELink.com (public/victim portal) and VINEWatch (state/agency administrative portal). |
| Support Infrastructure | 24/7/365 Customer First Center (CFC) providing live, trauma-informed assistance and support across multiple languages. |
OUR SOLUTIONS
Search and Notifications from Incident to Release
Law Enforcement Case Status
Notifications
Close information gaps for victims early with critical investigation updates.
Custody Status
Search & Notifications
Monitor custody status changes with near real-time information to know an offender’s location.
Court Case
Search & Notifications
Stay on top of court case information as an individual moves through the court process.
Protective Order
Search & Notifications
Help keep petitioners in your state updated on the status of protective orders.
TestimonialHaving VINE as an automated system for the state is vitally important.
Offering Support for Everyone Involved in the Criminal Justice Process
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Victims & SurvivorsNavigate the criminal justice process in the aftermath of a crime with peace of mind.
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Victim ServicesHelp support and guide victims, ensuring they are represented in the criminal justice process and know the resources available to them.
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State Law Enforcement & Attorneys GeneralSupport & enforce victims rights legislation, corrections agencies and facilities, and the safety and security of the community.
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Justice Process ProfessionalsProtect & serve the community through local law enforcement, crime investigations, and court proceedings.
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State & Local LawmakersPass laws that address victims rights and support funding in the best interest of safe communities.
VINE ACTIVITY BY THE NUMBERS
5.7M+
Completed Registrations
21.9M+
Notifications Sent
2024 totals based on Equifax data
30+ Years of Providing Peace of Mind
In 1993, Mary Byron was killed by her former partner because she was not informed of his release from jail. Since then, VINE has made it its mission to ensure millions of victims all over the United States find empowerment through near real-time information about an offender’s incarceration status.
Support Safety in Your Community with VINE
Improve victim services programs and comply with victim rights legislation.