What should I do if I am a victim of a crime and wish to pursue charges?

Charges are filed every day in the State’s Attorney’s Office. They are based on reports sent to us from police departments. If you are a victim of a crime and wish to pursue charges, the first thing you need to do is make a police report. The police will then forward a copy of that report for review. If further information is needed, a member of the Charging Division will reach out to you. If you have not heard from our office after filing a police report, feel free to contact our Charging Division. Be sure to have the police report number with you. 

Please note when coming to the States Attorney's Office to file charges that walk-in times are Tuesday 1 to 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The State's Attorney's Office cannot provide you with personal legal advice. 

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1. Can I be notified of a defendants release from jail or the Department of Corrections?
2. Do I need to be present for every court date of the defendant?
3. How do I get an order of protection in Peoria County?
4. Is the State's Attorneys Office my lawyer?
5. Is there someone in the State's Attorneys Office who can answer my questions?
6. What are my responsibilities as a victim of a crime?
7. What are my rights as a victim of a crime?
8. What should I do if I am a victim of a crime and no longer wish the case be pursued?
9. What should I do if I am a victim of a crime and wish to pursue charges?
10. What should I do if the defense lawyer wants to talk to me?
11. My abuser was arrested and charged with Domestic battery. I have medical bills from injuries from the incident. Is there a way I may be reimbursed/have them paid?