Provides information, assistance, and support to victims of crime. Also advocates victim's rights through various platforms including: - Public forums - Needed legislation - Joint efforts with other victim services agencies, departments, and organizations

Determines the conditions of an offender's parole or mandatory supervised release. Sends out a notification letter to victims before the offender’s release. Registration enables the board to flag those who register as the victims of the offender.

Provides eligible victims and their families with up to $27,000 in financial assistance for expenses accrued as a result of a violent crime. Also may stop debt collection as a result of services received to recover from the violent crime.

Assists victims of domestic violence and sexual assault with court issues. Helps file paperwork for no contact and orders of protection. Provides continued support in the courtroom and connection to legal services. **Orders of protection can now be filed virtually. Application can be done over the phone and clients can be seen in a virtual courtroom**

Offers mobile app for residents to anonymously submit crime tips to the Sheriff's office. Users can also receive alerts about local news happening in Lake County. Other features the application offers include: - Inmate search - Sex offender search - Obtaining police reports - File a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request

Provides legal, financial, and emotional help to impaired/distracted driving victims through: - accompanying victims to court. - tracks case disposition to help ensure justice - clarification and explanations about the criminal process, as necessary. - Victims Support Group

Provides legislative and victim advocacy services in addition to child support suits, facilitating criminal prosecution, and a number of additional court programs.

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

Provides legal services to immigrant crime survivors

Provides an assistance line with referrals for services to crime victims, such as: - Consumer Fraud Disability Rights - Health Care Fraud - Civil Rights - Hate Crimes - Workplace Rights - Crime Victim Rights Also offers information on crime victim compensation claims. Other services include: - Direct Victim Assistance for crime victims/witnesses in cases prosecuted by the Attorney General. - Outreach and education activities to service providers assisting crime victims. Also offers training opportunities with up-to-date information on victim-related topics. Note: Cannot serve as your personal attorney. But in many instances, can: Online Resources, include: - Identity Theft Hotline - Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse - Building Better Charities - Public Access Counselor - Resources for our Law Enforcement Partners - Student Loan Debt Assistance - OnlineSafe - OnlineSmart Internet Safety - Estate Tax Forms - Freedom Of Information Act Requests for OAG Records - Senior Advocacy

Provides victims updated information on the custody or case status of an offender. The AVN system is available via phone or online. Victims can register for an automatic notification of a change in a case or custody of an inmate.

- 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.

Stops contact for victims from an offender who is currently in custody in a correctional center or on parole.

For the healing and prevention of domestic violence, Mujeres offers crisis intervention, a 24 hour crisis line, individual and group counseling, adult and child therapy, court advocacy, community education, professional and volunteer trainings, and referrals to shelters and other resources.

- State's Attorney is legal advisor and counselor for all county officials (including property tax appeals) and chief prosecuting officer of the county. - If someone feels that he/she is the victim of a crime (as opposed to a civil matter) the crime should be reported it to the police for investigation. - After the investigation is complete, an Assistant’s State’s Attorney will discuss the matter and advise on filing a criminal case. - Emergency referrals will be made to appropriate community service agencies as needed. - Support is given to intimidated witnesses, and any citizen is eligible to inquire and there is no fee for any services of the State's Attorney's Office.

- Prosecutes all felony, misdemeanor and traffic crimes committed in Franklin County. - Advises and represents the County Board and the elected and appointed officials of Franklin County. - Assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection. - Goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

- Prosecutes all felony, misdemeanor and traffic crimes committed in Saline County. - Advises and represents the County Board and the elected and appointed officials of Saline County. - Assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection. - Goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

- Prosecutes all felony, misdemeanor and traffic crimes committed in Washington County. - Assists those petitioning for Orders of Protection. - Goes to court to collect unpaid child support.

Provides information and support throughout the criminal justice process. Victim advocates provide information and connections to outside agencies that assist specific needs such as domestic violence shelters, sexual assault crisis centers, senior service, police departments, and hospitals. They also assist with completing necessary forms for restitution and the Attorney General's Office's Crime Victims Compensation Application. A homicide support group is also available for families who have lost a loved one due to homicide. Homicide Support Group: Hosts a homicide support group for adult family members that have lost loved ones due to homicide. The group is facilitated by a licensed clinical psychologist and a staff member from the State's Attorney's office. The crime does not have to have occurred in Kane County, nor does the incident have to have ever been prosecuted.

Offers services to crime victims who are age 55+. The Victim Assistance Caseworker identifies and assists victims of violent crimes including battery, arson, assault, attempted murder, domestic violence, and home invasion. The caseworker assists the victim with working through the court system, acquiring medical care, counseling to address trauma, victimization, and other services as determined to be needed.

Offers victim advocacy and crisis intervention.

Provides legal, financial, and emotional help to impaired/distracted driving victims through: - accompanying victims to court. - tracks case disposition to help ensure justice - clarification and explanations about the criminal process, as necessary. - Victims Support Group

Chicago Hearing Society provides a domestic violence program tailored to meet the needs of people who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing and serves victims of domestic violence and any crime. Services provided by the CHS Domestic Violence program include: - Counseling to help you cope with your situation. - Assistance in reporting the crime to the police. - Advocacy to ensure your rights are protected. - Support in working with the police and court system. - Assistance in applying for victim compensation.

Provides information and support throughout the criminal justice process. Victim advocates provide information and connections to outside agencies that assist specific needs such as domestic violence shelters, sexual assault crisis centers, senior service, police departments, and hospitals. They also assist with completing necessary forms for restitution and the Attorney General's Office's Crime Victims Compensation Application. A homicide support group is also available for families who have lost a loved one due to homicide. Homicide Support Group: Hosts a homicide support group for adult family members that have lost loved ones due to homicide. The group is facilitated by a licensed clinical psychologist and a staff member from the State's Attorney's office. The crime does not have to have occurred in Kane County, nor does the incident have to have ever been prosecuted.

The State's Attorney handles prosecution of all criminal complaints in Vermilion County involving violations of state law, and provides advice and counsel to County officers. Matters handled by the State's Attorney include: - Felony cases. - Juvenile cases. - Misdemeanors. - County affairs. - Traffic offenses. - Mental health cases. The Victim Assistance Program offers support, services and information for crime victims. Services offered are: - Assistance and information throughout court proceedings. - Referrals to appropriate agencies for additional help. - Transportation for criminal justice hearings, appointments, and trials when necessary. - Assistance in seeking crime victim compensation benefits.