Victim & Witness Center
Victim & Witness Center
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Our attorney's fight for your loved one and get the best result in court based on the entirety of the case. Our Advocates are here to guide you through the court process - which can be lengthy, confusing and stressful.
VICTIMS
The Oklahoma County District Attorney's Office advocates are dedicated to assisting you.
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Our advocates play a vital role in preparing victims' families and survivors for court. They lead the family through the criminal justice system, explaining each step along the way. This includes notifying families of court dates, their rights under Marsey's Law, victim compensation, where their loved one's case is in the process, answer questions and identify available resources.
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Each homicide, sex crime and child abuse family will have an advocate who is assigned to you. Often, prosecuting a case takes time, maybe even years. Your advocate is here for you throughout the entire process.
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WITNESSES
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Our goal is to provide a comfortable and safe place for witnesses to wait for court. Appearing as a witness in any type of case can be stressful and inconvenient. We will make your time spent waiting for court as comfortable as possible.
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If you are a witness, please note the following:
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You are encouraged to park in a parking garage or parking lot. Even if you keep your parking meter plugged all day, parking enforcement can still ticket your vehicle. the DA's Office cannot resolve parking tickets.
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There are vending machines located in the Witness Center along with coffee and water. There are numerous restaurants within walking distance of the courthouse.
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The restrooms are located out the door to the right and the left. Please notify a staff member if you need to leave the Witness Center for any reason, in the event we call your name for court.
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It is important that you understand that children cannot be left unattended. Please remember that parents and/or guardians are responsible for their children. We are sorry, but we cannot provide any type of child care.
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If there are other witnesses waiting to testify on the same case, please do not discuss your testimony with the other witnesses.
If you have any questions, please contact 405-713-1630 and an advocate can assist you.
321 Park Ave., 9th Floor
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
(405) 713-1639
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Victim Rights
In 2018, Oklahoma voters overwhelmingly approved State Question 794 which expanded the rights of victims of crime. The question amended the Oklahoma Constitution to reflect that victim's rights would be protected in a manner equal to a defendant's rights. To read more about Marsy's Law in Oklahoma, click here.
Victim Compensation
The purpose of the Crime Victim's Compensation Program is to provide a method of compensation for victims of violent crime. All funds come from federal and state offenders through fines and penalty assessments. The offender does not have to be arrested in order to be eligible to file a claim. It is expected that the victim (claimant) will cooperate in the apprehension, investigation and prosecution of the offender.
To apply for Victims Compensation Benefits online click here.
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If you prefer to complete a written application, please complete one of the printable versions below and send it to the Oklahoma Crime Victims Board via mail or fax. The address and fax number can be found on the form.
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The contact information for the Oklahoma County Victim Compensation Advocates is: Misty Norman at 405-713-1634 or Linda Cordon at 405-713-1614. Please reach out if you have any questions or need any assistance.
Restitution
Oklahoma State Statute provides that as part of a sentence or plea agreement, the Court can order the defendant to pay restitution to the victim of the crime. Restitution may only be ordered in cases where evidence is shown to the Court of actual expenses the victim has incurred because of the crime. Some types of expenses the Court may consider include:
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Counseling, medical or dental expenses resulting from the crime
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Funeral expenses the family has incurred if the victim died as a result of the crime
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Loss of income resulting from the crime
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Other documentation expenses resulting from the crime
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Property damage resulting from the crime
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Value of property or money stolen that could not be recovered
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To read more about restitution from state statute, click here.
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Probation
When a defendant is found guilty of a crime, either by a jury's verdict or a plea of guilty, they can receive probation. Probation is supervised by the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, a private supervision provider or other entity as designated by the court. Probation generally does not exceed two years but can be extended to the maximum term of the sentence made by the Court.
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If the probation supervision is through the District Attorney's Office, the offender will be required to pay $40 per month during the first two years of probation. The fees are applied to the costs incurred during the prosecution of the offender and for the additional work of verifying compliance with the rules and conditions of the offender's probation.
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1 year probation = $480
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2 years probation = $960
Bogus Check
The Bogus Check services provided by the Oklahoma County District Attorney's Office has benefited many Oklahoma County merchants. Each year the business community loses millions of dollars as a result of bogus checks. Many businesses have actually had to close their doors because of these losses. To assist in the fight against crime, the Bogus Check Restitution Program was established and designed to recover as much of the merchant's money as possible.
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If you are a merchant seeking to recover money after receiving a Bogus Check, click here.