Victim Witness Coordinator	Sherrie Dachel	Room 222 711 N Bridge St. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Phone: (715) 726-7733
Victim Witness Specialist	Rebecca Peterson
Victim Witness Specialist	Carolyn Strand

Policy: The Victim/Witness program provides information to Chippewa County law enforcement and referral and support to citizens who have been victims of or witnesses to crimes.  The Victim/Witness Coordinator and staff maintain contact with victims and witnesses to update them on case progress in the juvenile and criminal justice systems.  The Victim/Witness Coordinator and staff assist persons seeking restraining orders/injunctions with the appropriate paperwork, upon request.

 

Office Duties:   Provide legal system advocacy to crime victims and witnesses as described in WI Statutes, Chapter 950 including, but not limited to case information, restitution, advocacy, court support, and referral to local services.  Assist with harassment restraining order applications.  Serve as liaison for the District Attorney on matters pertaining to victim and witness rights.