The effects of crime can deeply impact our community. Victims can suffer emotionally and physically but financially as well and trying to navigate the aftermath of a crime can be overwhelming. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has a full-time Victim Advocate to assist all victims of crime on a 24- hour basis. Our Advocate works closely with Law Enforcement and Court Services to provide a variety of services to our community.
Some of our services include:
- On Scene Support
- Victims’ Rights
- Provide Case Updates
- Crisis Assistance
- Referral and Information Services
- Assist with Filing Victim Compensation Claims
- Address Confidentiality Program through the Office of the Attorney General
- Court Accompaniment
- Law Enforcement Interview Accompaniment
- Return of Property
- Emergency Legal Assistance (Protective Injunction Filing and Legal Referral)
Marie Rigdon, Victim-Witness Advocate
[email protected]
171 Industrial Park
Monticello, Florida 32344
Office: (850) 997-0510