Pennington County, SD Victims' Assistance Home Page

Pennington County
Victims' Assistance
300 Saint Joseph Street
Suite 400
Rapid City, SD 57701

Phone: (605)394-5846
Fax: (605)394-6093

SOUTH DAKOTA FACTS:

Lakota Chief Sitting Bull's grave sits on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River near Mobridge. He was born along the Missouri River circa 1831 according to historians near what is now called Bullhead, South Dakota.

ADVOCATES FOR VICTIM'S RIGHTS

As a victim of crime, you are sure to have many questions and concerns about your case. The following questions and answers are an attempt to answer the most immediate of those concerns.

	What happens now that the suspect has been taken into custody?
	The suspect could not be located after the crime. What happens now?
	What is Magistrate Court?
	I was the victim of a juvenile offender. What procedures are followed in juvenile cases?
	I had property damaged as a result of this incident. Can I expect reimbursement for these damages?
	I was physically injured as a result of this incident and I don't have insurance. Is there a program that will help me pay for my medical bills?
	I provided the officer with details regarding the incident. Will the police need any other information from me about what happened?
	Will I be required to testify in court against the suspect?
	Who should I call if I have questions about the status of the case or restitution?
	The police officer took some of my property into evidence. When will my property be returned to me and how do I get it back?
	I was assaulted and do not want the suspect to have any contact with me. Can I get a protection order?
	What is the difference between a Protection Order and a No Contact Order?
	Will I have any input as to the sentencing of the defendant?

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