Case Number:______________________________________

Every victim is entitled to the following right, beginning at the time of his or her victimization: “The right to prevent disclosure of information or records that could be used to locate or harass the victim or the victim’s family, or which could disclose confidential or privileged information of the victim.”

I,____________________________________________________, as a victim, invoke my right to prevent the disclosure of information and/or records in the above-listed case number that could be used to locate or harass me or my family or which could disclose my confidential or privileged information.

I understand that this request applies only to records in the possession by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and will have no impact on records held by the Courts, Clerk

of Courts, State Attorney’s Office, or other government agencies. It is my

responsibility to contact other agencies to invoke my right to prevent the disclosure

of my information.

Victim’s Right to Confidentiality Forms must be completed and submitted by:

Contacting the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Records Section, 901 N. Orange Avenue, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, between the hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday at (904) 213-6090, or

• Emailing the form to records@claysheriff.com.

Victim’s Right to Confidentiality Form
Please complete the form from the link above and submit the information by email to Records.

Victims’ Rights

As a victim of crime in Clay County, you have a very important position in the administration of justice. This role involves cooperating with law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of a criminal case. Victims of crime are often called to testify as witnesses in a case. You may be required to be present at various stages of the justice process to provide truthful testimony.

If you are the victim of a violent crime or have had your property stolen, damaged or misused, the case may not be able to be properly prosecuted unless you testify. It is important in order to prevent delay and possible dismissal of a case that you are present when asked to appear. We must be able to contact you, so it is important that you keep our office informed of your present address and all contact numbers.

Safety Plan for Domestic Violence Victims

Florida Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights

Victims of crime or their lawful representatives, including the next of kin of homicide victims, are entitled to the right to be informed, to be present, and to be heard when relevant, at all crucial stages of criminal proceedings, to the extent that these rights do not interfere with the constitutional rights of the accused.

FLORIDA CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT, ARTICLE I

Sec. 16. Rights of Accused and of Victims
(a) In all criminal prosecutions the accused shall, upon demand, be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation against him, and shall be furnished a copy of the charges, and shall have the right to have compulsory process for witnesses, to confront at trial adverse witnesses, to be heard in person, by counsel or both, and to have a speedy and public trial by impartial jury in the county where the crime was committed. If the county is not known, the indictment or information may charge venue in two or more counties conjunctively and proof that the crime was committed in that area shall be sufficient; but before pleading the accused may elect in which of those counties he will be tried. Venue for prosecution of crimes committed beyond the boundaries of the state shall be fixed by law.

(b) Victims of crime or their lawful representatives, including the next of kin of homicide victims, are entitled to the right to be informed, to be present, and to be heard when relevant, at all crucial stages of criminal proceedings, to the extent that these rights do not interfere with the constitutional rights of the accused.

Crime Victims Have The Right To

• Be treated with dignity and compassion.
• Be protected from intimidation and harm.
• Be informed about the availability of funds through Victim Crime Compensation, when applicable.
• Be informed about community-based treatment programs, crisis intervention services, counseling and social services.
• Information on the role of the victim in the criminal and juvenile justice process.
• Information about the stages in the criminal or juvenile justice process which are of significance to the victim and how such information can be obtained.
• Be informed, be present and be heard when relevant at all crucial stages of a criminal or juvenile proceeding, to the extent that right does not interfere with the constitutional rights of the accused.
• Notification of scheduling changes and prompt notification of the results of court proceedings.
• Submit an oral or written Victim Impact Statement describing how the crime affected you and your family. The assistant state attorney will assist in the preparation of such statement if necessary.
• Have your property returned as quickly as possible unless there is compelling law enforcement need to retain it.
• The prompt and timely disposition of the case, to the extent that this right does not interfere with the constitutional rights of the accused.
• Seek restitution for loss of property and income, and seek reimbursement for medical expenses incurred as a result of the offense and to receive information on how to enforce the court\’s order of restitution.
• Receive advance notification of the arrest, the release or modification of the release conditions and proceedings in the prosecution or petition for delinquency of the accused.
• Be consulted by the assistant state attorney in order to obtain the views of the victim or family about the release of the accused pending a judicial proceeding, plea agreements, participation in pretrial diversion programs and the sentencing of the accused in those felony and juvenile cases that involved physical or emotional injury or trauma.
• Have your employer or creditors informed that your cooperation with a criminal prosecution may cause absences or financial hardship.
• Have any special needs accommodated as is practical such as  handicap parking or translator services.
• Be notified if the offender escapes from a state correctional facility or involuntary commitment facility.
• Have a victim advocate present during any depositions of the victim.

Victims’ Notifications Service

VINE is an offender notifications service, which provides victims of crime and other concerned citizens access timely and reliable information. This service is free of charge to registrants and offers victims peace of mind. Vine is completely confidential, and features multiple language support.

*To register your phone number, email, or text simply visit VineLink Search. You will then search for the offender by first and last name. Select *Notify me of status change*. Select the method of notification you would like (you may register multiple types of methods). You will now be notified of any changes in status for the offender.

VINELink™
(877) 846-3435
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