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- Prosecutes all felony, misdemeanor and traffic crimes committed in Marion County.

- Advises and represents the County Board and the elected and appointed officials of Marion County.

- Assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection.

- Goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

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Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Protective/Restraining Orders
Crime Victim Support
Aids victims of crime who are unaware of the avenues of assistance open to them. The majority of crime victims are not knowledgeable of the procedures necessary to obtain assistance, or they are too traumatized or injured to cope with the problem. Victim Services is a free public service offering information, practical assistance and counseling referrals to victims of crime.
Crime victim information and notification system that tracks criminals who have been arrested by law enforcement or convicted by the justice system. A free 24-hour, confidential computer based service that provides crime victim information and notification via telephone and/or computer. IowaVINE uses computer and telephone technology to automatically notify crime victims and interested parties about changes in an offender's custody status.
Crime victim hotline.

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Bullying Helplines
Human Trafficking Hotlines
Crime Victim Support
Offers a Crime Victim Advocate Program that assists victims of violent crimes. They offer financial assistance, food assistance and offer general counseling and mental health referrals.

Prosecutes all felony, misdemeanor and traffic crimes within the county, assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection, and goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

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Protective/Restraining Orders
Crime Victim Support
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Public Counsel

Provides free and confidential sexual assault/abuse and crime victim services to anyone that has been sexually assaulted/abused. Off-site/out-of-office services provided include trauma-informed services, counseling/therapy, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, social services and basic needs advocacy/case management, safety planning, 24/7 crisis helplines, and 24/7 crisis intervention at hospitals/law enforcement. Service plans based upon services client wants to receive.

Also provides community trainings in Professional settings and offers Information about Services.

Telehealth is provided for those that need, or would like it.

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Adult Sexual Assault Prevention
Sexual Assault Counseling
Child Sexual Assault Prevention
Crime Victim Support
Sexual Assault Hotlines

Provides free and confidential sexual assault/abuse and crime victim services to anyone that has been sexually assaulted/abused. Off-site/out-of-office services provided include trauma-informed services, counseling/therapy, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, social services and basic needs advocacy/case management, safety planning, 24/7 crisis helplines, and 24/7 crisis intervention at hospitals/law enforcement. Service plans based upon services client wants to receive.

Also provides community trainings in Professional settings and offers Information about Services.

Telehealth is provided for those that need, or would like it.

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Adult Sexual Assault Prevention
Sexual Assault Counseling
Child Sexual Assault Prevention
Crime Victim Support
Sexual Assault Hotlines

Provides information about the criminal justice system for crime victims.

Assists with restitution, referrals to other human service agencies, accompaniment to court, and transportation when needed.

Helps with Victim Impact Statements and Crime Victim Compensation applications.

Provides victims and concerned citizens with a toll-free number they can call for up-to-date information on the custody and/or case status of an offender. Callers may choose to register for automatic notification through Illinois AVN.

Illinois AVN is also available online at the VINE website, a public website that allows visitors to search for offender custody and case status. Users can also register online for phone or e-mail notification of changes in an offender's custody and/or court case status.

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Crime Victim Support
General Offender Registries/Community Notification
Provides crime victim assistance including working with victims to obtain restitution, advising victims about court dates, and providing referrals to human service agencies.
Supports and advocates for individuals who have lost a family member or friend through homicide or vehicular homicide. Provides emergency crisis support, court accompaniment, etc.

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Families/Friends of Homicide Victims Support Groups
Crime Victim Support
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Provides general, medical and legal advocacy for individuals affected by sexual assault.
Assistance to victims of crime, a free public service offering information, practical assistance, and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities:

- Prosecutes all state criminal cases (felony and misdemeanor) and traffic cases for Moultrie County.

- Provides the legal counsel for county business.

- Assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection.

- Goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

- May assist with victim restitution and plea offer requests.

This office does not represent individual citizens.

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Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Protective/Restraining Orders
Crime Victim Support
A division of the Polk County Department of Community, Family and Youth Services that provides assistance to victims of crimes and includes the following programs: Violent/Personal Crime Assistance Program; Rape/Sexual Assault Care Center; Child Sexual Abuse Resource Coalition (C-SARC); Intra-Family Sexual Abuse Program (IFSAP) and Volunteer Program.

SART - Mid-Iowa Sexual Assault Response Team - assists in sexual assault cases to aid the victim. The purpose of SART is to provide quality, compassionate and consistent care to victims of sexual assault. Free service.

COPING AFTER SUICIDE support group for families and/or friends of suicide victims

FREE COUNSELING and advocacy services for anyone affected by a violent crime or sexual assault (children and adults).

CASE COORDIANTION provided for Child Sexual Abuse Resource Coalition (C-SARC) and Intra-Family Sexual Abuse Program (IFSAP) cases. Volunteers and interns are trained to assist victims by providing crisis intervention, court advocacy, phone counseling and support group facilitation.

VIOLENT CRIME ASSISTANCE PROGRAM provides crisis intervention for victims, witnesses and their families in cases who have suffered emotional or physical trauma resulting from violent crimes. Purpose is to assist the victims and their families through support, counseling, advocacy, and agency liaison; as well as assisting the criminal justice system by helping the victim to become a good witness. Special services available to families of homicide victims.

TEEN SEXUAL ASSAULT GROUP / SIG-NA is a group for teen sexual assault at various high schools, on various days and times. Call for more information.

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Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Child Abuse Support Groups
Sexual Assault Treatment
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Suicide Loss Survivors Support Groups
Sexual Assault Counseling
Families/Friends of Homicide Victims Support Groups
General Crisis Intervention Hotlines
Crime Victim Support

Provides information about the criminal justice system for crime victims.

Assists with protection orders, criminal justice advocacy, crisis intervention, personal advocacy, compensation, parole information, victim impact statements, transportation, property release, restitution information/assistance, and 911-only cell phones.

Safe place for children who are alleging sexual and/or physical abuse, have witnessed a violent crime, witness to domestic violence, and/or been kidnapped to be interviewed by law enforcement, case workers, or forensic interviewer. Coordinated multi-disciplinary approach to the ongoing investigation of child abuse cases which includes law enforcement, protection and safety workers, legal, mental health, medical and trained professionals. Hair testing for drug endangered children and S.A.N.E. exams for children ages 0-16 years. Provides referrals to mental health services and support groups, and follows the case through the legal system. Assists parents in reporting abuse or following up on reports already made. Offers community educational presentations.

S.A.N.E stands for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner which is a registered nurse or nurse practitioner who has completed specialized training to assist sexual assault victims. They collect all forensic evidence and perform exams.

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Child Abuse Prevention
Child Advocacy Centers
Crime Victim Support
Child Sexual Assault Prevention
The County Attorney is responsible for the enforcement of laws and providing legal advice and defense to the county officials. Some of the duties of the County Attorney include prosecution of all crimes committed in the county; defense of the county in all action brought against it; collection of money due on forfeited bonds; and victim witness services.

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General Crime Victim Assistance
Criminal History Records
Legal Counseling
Crime Witness Support
District Attorney

Provides training, counseling, community outreach, program management, and technical support for the member programs, professionals and community. Administers 7 programs, including but not limited to State Certification of Domestic Violence Programs and Advocates, Legal Assistance for victims, and a rural AmeriCorps program.

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Crime Victim Support
Licensing/Certification/Accreditation
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention
Support services for people who have been sexually abused/exploited by clergy or a church member in the Catholic church.

Informs and advocates for victims of crime in Dakota County.

Free and confidential services to crime victims who have suffered physical, sexual, financial, or emotional trauma as a result of the crime; offers information, advocacy, prevention, support, and assistance to violent and property crime victims.

Advocates for victims' rights, provides emotional support for victims and their families, and assists victims through the criminal court process.

Victim support.

Public education and awareness (school speakers, health fairs, country fairs, town hall meetings).

Volunteers monitor court cases.

Partners with law enforcement agencies to ensure life-saving laws can be enforced at the local level.

Power of Parents works with parents to learn how to initiate conversation with kids about alcohol and drug use.

Power of Youth talks to middle and high school students about the power they have to resist alcohol and drugs.

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Alcohol/Drug Impaired Driving Prevention
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Crime Victim Support
Victims' Rights Groups
Advocates and offers support to victims of crime. Works closely with law enforcement and other community agencies to ensure that the victim is protected from additional acts committed by the Defendant; to protect the children and other family members of the victim from exposure to, or possible injury inflicted by the Defendant; and to gather restitution information from the victims of crimes.
The County Attorney provides prosecution and victim witness services. This office is responsible for enforcement of laws and providing legal advice and defense to the county officials. Some of the duties of the County Attorney include prosecution of all crimes committed in the county; defense of the county in all action brought against it; collection of money due on forfeited bonds; legal advisor for the Board of Supervisors and other county officials in official business; and convene the grand jury.

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Criminal History Records
General Crime Victim Assistance
District Attorney
Crime Witness Support