Dru A. Bond       If YOU are a victim of a crime - the law considers that a crime has been committed against the State.   The prosectutor's office is here to help you and will make every effort to ensure that victims and witnesses recieve prompt noitfication of scheduled changes that involve their case. Whenever possible, the prosecutor an/or his staff will also provide information and notification of: judicial proceedings defendant's release on bond charges filed defendant's pleading to the case scheduled trial dates changes in custody of defendant changes in trial dates verdict right to submit a victim impact statement to the court prior to sentancing method of application for up to $50,000 in Crime Victims Compensation when applicable Victim/witnesses will be consulted with and/or informed by the prosecutor on case dispositions such as: dismissal release negotiated plea escape of defendant As a victim/witness you have the right to be treated with courtesy and compassion to be free from intimidation and harm to be informed concerning the process of the criminal justice system to victim compensation through the Ohio Court of Claims, where applicable to preservation of property and employment to timely notice of judicail proceedings and/or notice postponements or cancellations Remember as a victim/witness if you are threatened or intimidated in any way by the defendant, his/her family, or friends, you should contact the law enforcement office imediately! you have the right to refuse if someone other than the prosecutor, his staff or the investigating police agency attempts to talk with you regarding the case. Notify the prosecutor immediately if this happens the court may order restitution, be sure and discuss this procedure with the prosecutor   Office Hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Monday - Friday