OPERATING AUTHORITY AND PURPOSE

The Racine County Victim Witness Office is responsible for ensuring that the rights of victims and witnesses are enforced. The Wisconsin Constitution and Chapter 950 of the Wisconsin State Statutes outlines the rights of victims and witnesses of crime.

OBJECTIVES

Initiate collaborative efforts with law enforcement and the Division of Corrections to increase public awareness regarding victims' services.

Implement an orientation program to assist clients in gaining a greater understanding of the criminal court process and the role of the Victim Witness Office.

Continue to offer crime victims one-time debriefing services through a contractual agreement with Catholic Charities.

Continue to assist victims and witnesses of crime throughout their involvement in the criminal justice process.

PRIOR YEAR ACHIEVEMENTS

Sponsored a Candle Light Vigil during National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Drafted an orientation booklet for new hires to explain the Victim Witness Program .