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Civil Justice for Crime Victims
Have a basic understanding of the civil justice system so that you, a victim, can know where to turn for help.
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Crimes Compensation Trust Fund
In 2016 and 2017, $134,078 was paid out from the state Crimes Compensation Trust Fund, according to the Attorney General’s Office, for such things as relocation help for victims of domestic violence, sexual-battery forensic exams, victim compensation and property loss.
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Domestic Violence
Learn about domestic violence injunctions, and get information about the nature of domestic violence cases.
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Human Trafficking
Florida law defines human trafficking as a form of modern-day slavery.
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Reacting to Trauma
Crime victims of all types of crime may experience trauma - physical damage to their bodies or emotional wounds or shock caused by the violence against them. Understand the nature of this trauma and what you can do about it.
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Restitution
Restitution is ordering the defendant pay for the victim’s losses caused by the crime.
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Victim Impact Statements
A crime victim may file a statement about the impact the crime has had on his or her life with the court at any time before a sentence is imposed on the offender. Medical costs, mental anguish, lost wages and impaired mobility are all relevant details that the judge can take into account before sentencing the offender.
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Victim / Witness Coordinator
A State Attorney’s Office victim/witness coordinator provides valuable services to the victims and witnesses in criminal cases.
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Worthless Check Recovery
The Monroe County State Attorney handles worthless checks received in the jurisdiction of the 16th Judicial Circuit.