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h OFFICE OF THE <br /> v. E TF' <br /> �gf ate (�vf f armij <br /> NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA <br /> �.,:�,s SERVING <br /> wa ?�.�" INDIAN RIVER,MARTIN,OKEECHOBEE <br /> AND ST.LUCIE COUNTIES 411 South Second Street <br /> Bruce H.Colton Fort Pierce,Florida 34950 <br /> State Attorney (772)465-3000 <br /> Fax: (772)462-1214 <br /> February 7,2013 <br /> TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: <br /> The State Attorney's Office Victim Services Division has worked closely with the Indian <br /> River County Sheriff s Office since January, 1981, offering services to the victims of sexual <br /> assault, and that relationship has continued to this date. In 1991, the Sheriff s Office established <br /> a victim advocate position, and began providing direct service to all victims of crimes other than <br /> sexual assault. This service was provided from the time of the reporting of the offense until the <br /> time an arrest was made and the case presented to the State Attorney's Office. The Sheriff s <br /> advocate, at that point, introduces the victim to the State Attorney's advocate,who then assists <br /> the victim through the court system. This is truly a wonderful working relationship, and because <br /> of the care and concern of the individual advocates, all of the victims are assured the very best in <br /> continuity of care. The programs complement each other and thus avoid duplication of services. <br /> It is my pleasure to write in support of the Sheriff's application for VOCA funding. The <br /> victims of Indian River County will benefit from both programs being able to continue offering <br /> increased levels of service. <br /> If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call me. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> BRUCE H. COLTON <br /> State Attorney <br /> BHC/cp <br /> 110 <br />