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Victim Witness Coordinator Program | Jo Daviess County Offices

Provides victims and witnesses assistance and case information and guarantees their rights throughout criminal proceedings.

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Child Advocacy Services | First Light Child Advocacy Center

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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Victims Assistance Program | Rock Island County State's Attorney's Office

Helps anyone that is a victim of a crime, or feels that they are, even if defendant is not arrested.  Primarily serves Rock Island County, but will attempt to help any victim.

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State's Attorney | Union County

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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State's Attorney | Moultrie County Offices

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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Crime Victim Support | Dodge County Victim Services

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.

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Crime Victim Support | National Organization for Victim Assistance

Offers a victim and witness assistance programs and practitioners, criminal justice agencies and professionals, mental health professionals, researchers, former victims and survivors, and others committed to the recognition and implementation of victim rights and services.

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State's Attorney | Pulaski County

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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State's Attorney | Perry County Offices

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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Crime Victim Support | Domestic Violence Intervention Program and Rape Victim Advocacy Program

Provides general, medical and legal advocacy for individuals affected by sexual assault.

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Victim Assistance | Omaha/Douglas County Victim Assistance Unit

Free service to help victims of crime. Advocates guide victims through the criminal justice system and give information and referrals to other services for victims of crime in Douglas County. 

The court process can be confusing and overwhelming. Advocates can answer questions and help victims understand the different steps that may happen in the court case, explain rights, and be present each step of the way.

The most important service provided by Victim Assistance Advocates is continued support for the victim and family throughout their involvement with the criminal justice system. Additional services available include: 

-Information and orientation about the criminal justice system
-Information on the status of each case
-Help filing protection orders
-Courtroom tours, trial preparation, court accompaniment
-Help with Victim Impact Statements
-Help requesting state victim funds
-Referrals to community agencies

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Gage County Victim Assistance Program | Beatrice Police Department

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.

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Crime Victim Compensation Program | Attorney General - State of Illinois

Financial assistance available with the goal of helping to reduce the financial burden imposed on victims of violent crime and their families. The Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program can provide innocent victims and their families with financial assistance for expenses accrued as a result of a violent crime.

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Grand Island/Hall County Victim-Witness Program | Grand Island City Offices

Free services to individuals who have suffered physical, sexual, financial, or emotional harm as a result of a crime.

Staff/volunteers respond to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims, assist primary and secondary crime victims in stabilizing their lives after victimization, assist victims in understanding and participating in the criminal justice system, and provide victims of crime with a measure of safety and security.

Types of cases covered by the program include domestic violence, phone offenses, crimes affecting persons over age 65, assault, burglary, child abuse, DUI crashes, homicide or attempted homicide, identity theft, robbery, sexual assault, stalking, protection order violations, and threats.

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Crime Victim Compensation Program | Attorney General - State of Illinois

Financial assistance available with the goal of helping to reduce the financial burden imposed on victims of violent crime and their families. The Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program can provide innocent victims and their families with financial assistance for expenses accrued as a result of a violent crime.

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Crime Victim Compensation Program | Attorney General - State of Illinois

Financial assistance available with the goal of helping to reduce the financial burden imposed on victims of violent crime and their families. The Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program can provide innocent victims and their families with financial assistance for expenses accrued as a result of a violent crime.

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Victim Support and Substance Abuse Prevention Education | Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Nebraska

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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Crime Victims Reparations Program | Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice

Provides funds to help victims of crimes who have been injured or have suffered a financial loss as a result of the crime.  Types of expenses reimbursed include medical expenses, lost wages while under a doctor's care, funeral expenses ($5,000 maximum), headstone/grave marker, counseling or therapy ($2,000 maximum), and crime-scene cleanup ($1,000 maximum).

The program does not cover expenses paid for by other sources, such as insurance, sick leave and paid time off, government programs, or the offender via restitution.

Maximum is $25,000 per incident.

Eligible persons include:
-A victim who suffers bodily injury
-A dependent/legal representative of a homicide victim
-A parent/guardian who is responsible for the medical expenses of a minor
-A person who was injured in a DUI or the driver intended to hit the victim
-A person who was injured while aiding a crime victim or law enforcement officer

Those not eligible include:
-A person injured in a motor vehicle accident
-A person whose actions caused the incident and/or injuries
-A person who helped the offender commit a crime or was injured/killed while committing a crime

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Lincoln County Victim/Witness Unit | Lincoln County Offices

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.

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Sexual Assault/Abuse Crime Victim Services | Riverview Center

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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Crime Victim Compensation | Iowa Department of Justice

Offers help to victims with certain out-of-pocket expenses (when costs are not covered by insurance or other sources). It is funded entirely by fines and penalties paid by criminals (not by taxpayers). Program can pay for crime-related expenses such as medical care, counseling, lost wages, and funeral expenses (when costs are not covered by insurance or other sources). Can also pay for crime-scene clean-up, replacement of clothing held as evidence, replacement of security items, child or dependent care, housing/shelter expenses, relocation expenses and travel.

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Sexual Assault/Abuse Crime Victim Services | Riverview Center

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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Sexual Assault/Abuse Crime Victim Services | Riverview Center

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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Sexual Assault/Abuse Crime Victim Services | Riverview Center

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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