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Ensuring rights for the accusedand convicted is an idea deeply in-grained in the fabric of the Ameri-can legal system. When theFramers met to lay out the Consti-tution 230 years ago, they had freshmemories of a tyrannical govern-ment that accused individuals ofcrimes they didn’t commit and con-victed them in unfair trials. Un-doubtedly, we should be gratefulthat we are protected from a gov-ernment that arbitrarily decideswho is guilty and who is not. Thisis a unique principle that separatedthe United States from the rest ofthe world and we should be proudof that.
Still, in a country that tips thelegal system in the favor of the ac-cused, we should not let the rightsof the victims become overshad-owed. It should be agreed that therights of victims should not take abackseat to those of individualsbeing charged with unimaginablyevil crimes. Yet, in many states enu-merated rights are not extended tovictims as they are to the accused.With the passage of Marsy’s Law inCalifornia however, more and morestates are adopting a Victims’ Bill ofRights, putting victims and theirfamilies on equal footing with theaccused in the criminal justice sys-tem.
Marsalee (Marsy) Nicholas wasa special person. Not only was shephysically beautiful, she was a
truly caring person with big aspira-tions. At the age of ten she was achampion horseback rider and anaward-winning artist. At the age of17, she entered the University ofCalifornia Santa Barbara with theeducational goal of becoming aspecial education teacher. This wasa talented young person whowanted to devote her life to help-ing other people.
Tragically, in 1983, while onThanksgiving break during hersenior year of college, Marsy wasmurdered by her ex-boyfriend. Shewas shot in the head at close rangewith a shotgun. When her parentswalked into a grocery store a weeklater, they were shocked to run intotheir daughter’s accused killer.They were never notified that hehad been released on bail.
Unfortunately, these kinds ofencounters are commonplace instates where there is not a Victims’Bill of Rights. Without theseamendments families are too oftenkept in the dark during the most
vulnerable time in their lives. Theyare left to navigate the criminal jus-tice system with little help or sup-port. Marsy’s Law for All hassought to change that by amending“state constitutions that don’t offerprotections to crime victims and,eventually, the U.S. Constitution togive victims of crime rights equal tothose already afforded to the ac-cused and convicted.”
Since 2008, with the passage ofMarsy’s Law in California, victims’rights ballot initiatives have sprungup across the country. It haschanged how the criminal justicesystem protects victims in Califor-nia, Illinois, North Dakota, SouthDakota, Montana and Ohio.Marsy’s Law says that “victims ofviolent crime in these states mustby law be treated with respect anddignity by the criminal justice sys-tem. Courts must consider thesafety of victims and families whensetting bail and release conditions.Family members have legal stand-ing in bail hearings, pleas, sentenc-ing, and parole hearings.” Thesechanges allow victims a more ac-tive role at every stage of a criminaltrial.
Campaign efforts to passMarsy’s Law in Florida are under-way. Greg Ungru, Florida State Di-rector for Mary’s Law, says that,“we are committed to workingwith the Florida Constitution Revi-sion Commission members, legisla-tors, law enforcement, advocates
We are all familiar with the ar-rest and booking photographs thathave increasingly appeared on so-cial media. These so-called“mugshots” are obtained from thelaw enforcement agency that has ar-rested and booked the suspect.
These photographs are usually classified as a part ofthe public record. They have been available to variousnews and commercial entities through a request underthe Freedom of Information Act or through a simplepublic records request. In Florida these records aresubject to public disclosure unless the law specifically
exempts them.This new law addresses a relatively new type of
commercial business that has sprung up as a result ofsocial media. So called “Mugshot Companies” oper-ate commercial websites that repost or “republish” ar-rest and booking photographs and charge a fee toremove the photos from their websites. Photos postedon one website may be reposted on other websites,causing continuing harm to the reputation of the indi-vidual in question. Some credit card companies havecut ties with these types of websites and some internetproviders have begun lessening the web profiles andaccess to the sites. In recent years, some Florida Sher-iff’s Offices have stopped posting the photos on their
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By Ray Tuenge, Jr.
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Marsy’s Law was namedafter Marsalee (Marsy)Nicholas, a beautiful, vibrantUniversity of California SantaBarbara student, who wasstalked and killed by her ex-
boyfriend in 1983. Only a week after Marsy wasmurdered, Dr. Nicholas and Marsy’s mother, Mrs.Marcella Leach, walked into a grocery store aftervisiting her daughter’s grave and was confrontedby the accused murderer. She had no idea that hehad been released on bail.
Mrs. Leach’s story is typical of the pain and suf-fering the family members of murder victims haveendured. She was not informed because the courtsand law enforcement, though well meaning, hadno obligation to keep her informed. While crimi-nals have more than 20 individuals rights spelledout in the U.S. Constitution, the surviving familymembers of murder victims have none.
My life changed forever on March 23, 2017. An-other convicted felon broke into my home andmurdered my beautiful wife of 41 years. Our fivechildren and I have agonized over the past tenmonths, kept mostly in the dark and navigatingnumerous, brief hearings – all while grieving forthe tragic loss of life. We’re doing everything wecan to speak up for my bride during the criminaljustice process, because her voice was taken fromher and from us. Things would be much easier ifcrime victims and their families had enumeratedprotections in the Florida Constitution. That’s whywe need Marsy’s Law.
Nine months and counting and the nightmarecontinues. Nine court hearings and we have deter-mined the murderer’s competence and thereforemust stand trial. There is a constant lack of infor-mation as the legal system is on hold for whateveryone knew was malingering. Not knowing forcertain what the next step is because until the com-petency issue is resolved there is no telling whatthe defense will be. Unlike criminals, who are re-quired by law to be informed of their rights, thereis no set procedure for victims or their families. Noguarantee that those involved with the case willkeep us updated with pertinent information, orthat we’ll ever be able to speak at hearings. I hadto sit silently while the court scheduled one of theuseless hearings on Aug 22, which would havebeen our 42 anniversary. I have pleaded with theAssistant State Attorney to NOT allow the DefenseCounsel to waive the defendant’s appearance atthese hearings. I never know if he is going to comeout or not.
If the Constitution Revision Commission passesMarsy’s Law, and Floridians indicate their supporton the 2018 General Election ballot, a permanentCrime Victims’ Bill of Rights will be added to ourstate constitution. The rights of the accused will re-main in-place and unchanged, but victims will fi-
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own websites, though they still list the name, address and crimi-nal charges.
Some states have passed new laws that prohibit publicrecords being used for commercial purposes. Apparently, 13states have enacted legislation designed to prohibit commercialwebsite operators from posting these mug shot photos on a web-site. Now, the Florida legislature has also taken on this issue.
A recently enacted statute prohibits any person or entity thatpublishes arrest and booking photographs to solicit or accept afee to remove the photograph. Within 10 calendar days of receiv-ing a written request by the person in the photograph or theirlegal representative, the publisher of the photograph must re-move it from public display. The person seeking a removal of hisor her “mugshot” must mail, using registered mail, the writtenrequest along with sufficient proof of identification to the regis-tered agent of the publisher of the photograph.
The new law requires that if the publisher does not removethe photograph, the person whose mugshot was published orotherwise disseminated may bring a civil action to have the courtissue an injunction. The new law also provides that the court mayalso impose a civil penalty of $1,000 per day for noncompliancewith the injunction and, in addition, must award reasonable at-torneys’ fees and court costs related to issuing and enforcing theinjunction. The monies recovered for the civil penalties are de-posited into the general revenue fund of the state of Florida.
Under the new law the refusal to remove a mug shot photo-graph after a written request constitutes what the statute calls“unfair or deceptive trade practices” and subjects the publisherto additional penalties under the Florida Deceptive and UnfairTrade Practices Act. This new law, identified in the records of the2017 Florida legislature as Senate Bill 118, takes effect July 1, 2018.It was approved by the Governor on June 16, 2017. The secretword is freezer.
nally have equal protections. They will have the right to receivetimely notification of major developments in their case, to havea voice during plea bargains for example rather than being am-bushed by the information that a plea bargain has been struck.To be treated with compassion.
The Constitutional Revision Committee will be coming toUNF in Jacksonville, FL on February 20. There is nothing Iwould like more than to pack that campus with purple shirtedsupporters of Marcy’s Law. I believe these rights are coming.Floridians primarily vote pro-justice for issues that level theplaying field between victims and those who victimize.
I know Marsy’s Law won’t bring my wife back. Nothing willdo that. It would make it easier for us to heal. It will remind usthat we have a voice, and that our voice matters. Please join mein supporting Marsy’s Law.
Florida’s 2018 Legislative Session is under-way and already life-saving legislation to curbthe national opioid crisis passed a key Housecommittee. Last week, HB 21 unanimouslypassed the House Health Quality Subcommit-tee. The bill, sponsored by State RepresentativeJim Boyd, aims to stop opioid addiction beforeit begins.
This bill limits the initial prescription pillamounts for opioid-based painkillers in mostacute pain cases. Limiting the length of time ofan initial opioid prescription decreases thechances of addiction.
HB 21 also requires that medical profession-als check the Prescription Drug Monitoring Pro-gram database before writing a script for apowerful painkiller. This step will help prevent
doctor shopping, keeping deadly opioids offour streets.
It is still early in the legislative session, butI am encouraged by the passage of HB 21 thisfirst week. The companion bill, sponsored byState Senator Lizbeth Benacquisto, was alsoworkshopped in a committee meeting lastweek.
I want to personally thank Senator Benac-quisto and Representative Boyd for sponsoringthis life-saving legislation. I also want to thankeach member of the House Health Quality Sub-committee for voting unanimously to pass HB21.
Working together this Session, we canstrengthen protection for patients and help savelives in Florida.
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Police Officer of the Month
John T. Whitcomb
John is currently assigned to work patrol in Zone 2 which in-cludes the Arlington, Fort Caroline and Regency areas of the city.He is not recognized for one specific incident, but for his exemplarywork during several cases that took place in late summer of thisyear.
On August 11th, a burglary was reported at a residence on Ja-maica Road. In this particular case the victim reported that somelawn equipment had been stolen from the property.
John assisted the victim with reaching out to the business where the equipment waspurchased so that they could obtain the serial numbers to aid in the investigation. This in-formation helped John locate the equipment that was illegally pawned by the suspect.
He immediately responded to the pawn shop and placed holds on the items while ar-rest warrants were being issued.
A week later on August 18th, John alerted all JSO officers, detailing the suspect infor-mation and a description of a vehicle that was possibly used during the crime.
Two days later, while John was off-duty and in his personal vehicle, he observed thesuspect vehicle traveling on Beach Boulevard. John was able to safely keep the vehicle inhis sight while he relayed information to a dispatcher. As a result of his efforts, a traffic stopwas conducted and the suspect was apprehended and confessed to the crime.
Also, this past summer, John was assisting in an investigation involving retail thefts ata popular department store chain. Ultimately, the information gathered helped John identifythe suspect and link the individual to multiple grand theft cases at several store locationsin Jacksonville.
On August 21st, John was working an off-duty job when he spotted a vehicle believedto be used during the crimes. John requested backup and together they conducted a trafficstop and took the suspect into custody without incident. John’s years of police work helpedhim in obtaining a confession from the suspect for multiple theft cases.
In addition, John and his wife discovered that several burglaries to residences had oc-curred in the community where they live. John did his research and met with one of the vic-tims to find out more details. John worked with his neighbor to obtain the serial numbersfor some of the stolen items.
Using the resources available to him, John was able to locate the items at an area pawnshop. Thanks to John’s assistance, the property was recovered and the suspect was takeninto custody.
John’s immediate supervisor, Police Sergeant Todd Weeks said, “Officer Whitcomb’scommitment to the citizens of Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is unprece-dented. Whether on or off duty, Officer Whitcomb makes our city and community safer.”
Following the original nomination, John received a Letter of Commendation from hissupervisor highlighting his work in the search for a missing three-year old in mid-Octoberof this year.
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Police Supervisor of the Month
Sergeant Kenneth N. Lamb
Ken is currently assigned to work as a supervisor in the Emer-gency Preparedness unit. He is recognized for his overall work ethicand for continuing to exemplify the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office CoreValue of “Always Improving.”
Throughout 2017, Ken has been an integral part of several col-laborative efforts to prepare the City of Jacksonville and JSO for anumber of emergency situations.
He helped revise policies to reflect the current best practicesused throughout the country in regards to active shooter incident management.
Ken spent many hours researching, developing and improving lesson plans to be taughtto his supervisors on this crucial topic. The training provided essential tools to supervisorsto aid effective command and control during active shooter situations.
So far, Ken and Sergeant Scott Rammage, who works at the Academy, have taught thisclass to about 100 supervisors from JSO, Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach and NeptuneBeach Police Departments.
Throughout late Spring and Summer, Ken travelled to Gainesville for four weeks to at-tend the Florida Leadership Academy conducted by the Florida Department of Law Enforce-ment. This course, led by many of the state’s law enforcement leaders, taught him newsupervisory skills that he has applied to his job at JSO. In mid-August Ken graduated fromthe class.
Since making a lateral move to work in the Emergency Preparedness section earlier thisyear, Ken has served as the Planning Section Chief in the Incident Command Structure duringseveral major events including: Hurricane Irma, the 2017 Florida-Georgia game, and theCommission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies conference that JSO hosted twoweeks ago.
Ken’s former supervisor, Police Lieutenant Paul Restivo said, “Ken is a perfect exampleof a Sergeant who never stops learning and is continually trying to improve. He does this notjust to benefit himself, but for the benefit of his subordinates, his Unit, and our agency.”
Corrections Officer of the Month
Ray Sepulveda
Ray is currently assigned to work the public reception area atthe Community Transition Center. He is recognized for his work dur-ing two incidents that occurred in June and July of this year whileworking at the JSO facility.
On June 17th, Ray observed a lone parked car at the intersectionof Church Street and Catherine Street. Ray thought this was suspi-cious and worked with patrol to see if the car had been stolen. As itturned out the tag number came back that the vehicle had been re-
ported stolen just three days earlier on June 14th. Due to Officer Sepulveda’s attention to de-tail, JSO was able to recover the stolen vehicle.
A few weeks later, two civilians entered the lobby area of the JSO facility. Upon entering,one female went to the Kiosk machine where deposits are made to inmates’ commissary ac-counts, while the other female went to the restroom. When they were done they exited thebuilding.
Ray observed that the woman that went into the restroom appeared to be very nervous.Due to his observations and suspicions, he conducted a search inside the restroom and dis-covered a brown bag inside the trash can containing items including, but not limited to: to-bacco, coffee, toothpaste, razors, chocolate and a picture of a female.
Ray immediately notified a supervisor who responded to the scene and aided in the in-vestigation. He noticed that the picture had a name written on the back of it and conducteda search of the visitation log from earlier in the month. Ray and the sergeant were able toidentify the woman in the picture and place her on the permanently banned list for all JSOCorrections facilities.
Ray’s immediate supervisor, Sergeant Jeffrey Chestnut said, “Officer Sepulveda is some-one that can be consistently counted on to have an excellent attitude towards his work, hisco-workers and the inmates he comes in contact with on a daily basis.” He went on to say,“his calm yet confident demeanor is an invaluable asset to those that work with or aroundhim. Whenever an issue arises he is capable of handling the problem; if assistance is neededthen he knows what area and personnel to contact.”
Reserve Officer of the Month
Brian Owen
Brian is a Lieutenant with the Orange Park Fire Department andhe also works for Trauma One. When he is not working, he volun-teers his time to the JSO and this community in a reserve capacity.He is recognized for his help in aiding an officer after he was shot inthe line of duty earlier this year.
On July 25th, Brian was completing a field training ride withZone 4 Patrol Officer Patrick Thach when they responded to thescene of an officer involved shooting.
When Brian and Officer Thach arrived, Brian quickly went into first aid mode and at-tempted to stop the bleeding. Brian continued these actions while rescue was en route, andafter rescue arrived on scene.
Brian then rode with Jeremy in the ambulance to an area hospital where he was treated.He stayed with him until he was handed over to the medical team at the hospital.
Brian continued to assist at the scene after he left the hospital even though he was re-leased by an on-scene supervisor. At the end of the day, he had worked an entire patrol shift,plus an additional three hours as he wanted to help the investigation team with anythingthey needed.
Reserve Captain Charlie Wall said, “Officer Owen was quick to respond and never hes-itated in assisting Officer Mason.” He went on to say, “Officer Owen displayed excellent of-ficer awareness and medical care as he responded to an officer shot. He is a credit to the Cityof Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.”
Civilian Employee of the Month
Account Technician Elizabeth Verwey
Elizabeth is an Account Technician assigned to work in the For-feiture area of the JSO agency. She is tasked with maintaining the fi-nancial records related to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office AssetForfeiture Program and handling the funds resulting from seizedproperty during criminal investigations that have been negotiatedout of court or awarded to the JSO by the courts.
In addition, she is frequently called upon to provide informationto the public regarding the forfeiture process. Verwey is recognized
for her overall performance and several instances of exemplary service and innovation.In July of 2016, the Florida Legislature initiated comprehensive changes to the Florida
Contraband Forfeiture Act. This included stringent reporting guidelines for forfeiture actionby local agencies. In February of last year, the exact requirements were provided to local agen-cies. During this time, Elizabeth was responsible for funds distributed from the Property andEvidence facility as a result of forfeiture.
Elizabeth reviewed information provided by the Property and Evidence personnel anddetermined what processes needed to be improved to ensure the agency would be in com-pliance with the new law. She previously worked in this area of the agency, and was able toprovide insight on how to better manage the process and even volunteered to become theprocess owner.
Ultimately, Elizabeth’s observations and professionalism resulted in the process beingstreamlined while increasing oversight and accountability. JSO complies with all guidelinesset forth by the state and this improvement action was accomplished with no added cost.
Last February, while Elizabeth was following up and doing quality assurance on JSO fil-ings, she discovered two cases that were nearing the filing dates. She brought these to the at-tention of a Forfeiture Detective, who completed the required tasks prior to the deadline.Elizabeth’s actions were beyond the scope of her assignment, and resulted in 2,600 beingturned over to the agency as a result of forfeiture.
In preparation for a public auction earlier this year, Elizabeth’s supervisors asked her toassist with developing a management tool for preparing seized property for upcoming auc-tions.
She identified process improvements, recommended that they be completed prior to anyfuture auctions, and saw that they were assigned to the responsible party.
Elizabeth also provided both management and staff with a to-do list for each person, tomake sure that everything is completed on-time for future auctions.
Lastly, Elizabeth’s former supervisor credited her interpersonal and communicationskills. He went on to credit her for helping a fellow Account Technician who was new to theassignment. Elizabeth suggested ways to organize and index the information for future re-trieval.
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FounderTed M. Hires
EditorRay Tuenge, Jr.
Executive DirectorMichael J. Liles
Director of OperationsJo Wilson
Director of Victim AdvocacyLysa Telzer
Victim ServicesPractitioners
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Board of Directors
Robert BracewellChair
Ray PringleVice Chair
Scott Adams Treasurer
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Chris Butler Michael P. Francis
Gary HopkinsMichael A. Rutledge
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The Justice Coalition was founded in 1995, when one man’s priorities were changed. Ted Hires was
the average businessman working 60 to 80 hours a week and looking out for himself until the day
when he and his staff were robbed at gunpoint. As a victim of a crime, Ted found the criminal jus-
tice system worked harder for the criminal than the victim. As a result of his experience, Ted
formed a (501(c)(3)), non-profit organization, Justice Coalition, which continues Ted’s mission of
assisting innocent victims of violent crimes in the Fourth Judicial court system. Since 1995, the
Justice Coalition has been fighting crime every step of the way. Fugitives captured are through a
partnership with local law enforcement agencies, the media, and citizen involvement.
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Becoming a PoliceOfficer: An In-sider's Guide to aCareer in Law En-forcementBy Barry M. Baker
This book is a good placeto start for young people whoare interested in pursuing po-lice work. Author Barry Bakerrelies on over thirty-two yearsof experience as a street cop ina big city. He does not pull anypunches or try to make beinga cop look like an easy job.Even though his intendedreaders are young people, hedoes not shield them from theviolence and difficulties of thejob of being a cop. In the end,this book is likely to convincemany young people of the sat-isfaction and value of a careerin law enforcement.
Careers in Law EnforcementBy Coy H. Johnston
This book is also intendedfor students considering a ca-reer in policing and relatedsupport occupations. AuthorCoy Johnston covers threebroad areas: deciding on a lawenforcement career path, se-lecting a specific career posi-tion in law enforcement, andthen preparing for the hiringprocess. A very helpful firstchapter provides a personal-ity/career test to help thereader discover the types oflaw enforcement jobs thatmight be a good fit. As a result,young readers can establishreasonable goals and know thevarious types of career pathsand the requirements of each.
Federal Law Enforcement Careers,By Thomas H. Ackerman
These two books byThomas H. Ackerman aremore specifically written forthose interested in pursuing aFederal Law enforcement ca-reer. In Federal Law EnforcementCareers, the author providesdetailed profiles of 250 careerswith over 130 federal agencieswith qualification require-ments and training programdescriptions. In addition, itprovides valuable guidanceabout how to use the federalpersonnel system, how best tocomplete application forms,and how to perform well inthe interview process. It is acomprehensive overview ofthe types of federal law en-forcement positions, includingCriminal Investigators, Uni-formed Law Enforcement Of-ficers, Security Specialists,General and Compliance In-vestigators, Probation and Pre-
trial Services Officers, Law En-forcement Technicians andSpecialists, Intelligence Spe-cialists, CommunicationsTechnicians and Dispatchers,Compliance Inspectors andSpecialists, and CorrectionalPersonnel.
FBI CareersBy Coy H. Johnston
In FBI Careers, Ackermanprovides the same comprehen-sive review and guidance forthose interested in a careerwith the Federal Bureau of In-vestigation. In addition, he
provides a very good descrip-tion of the selection process forbecoming a special agent orobtaining another position inthe FBI. He also provides awonderful description of therigorous training that FBIagents must undertake. Any-one interested in joining theFBI should read this book.
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I am not a cop, but like most guys and many girls I have often wondered what it’s like to be a law enforcement officer. For those whoare interested in law enforcement as a career, here are several good books about what it takes to get a job as a cop or in a related occu-pation, and how to plan and work toward one of these rewarding careers..
6 • THE JUSTICE COALITION’S VICTIMS’ ADVOCATE JANUARY 2018
Seasons to RememberJustice Coalition’s
The San Jose Elementary Student Choir sang a medley of Christmas clas-sics after all families had received their bears and bibles.
Pastor Amos Bankhead led the openingprayer, offering a message of hope for thevictims’ families.
JC Executive Director Michael J. Liles hands a personallyinscribed bible to a victim’s family.
Family of BJ Brooks receive their bear from State Attor-ney Melissa Nelson.
Donna Lapin, who stitched together all bears for the cer-emony, poses for a picture with the JC staff.
JC Director of Victim Advocacy Lysa Telzer embraces thefamily of Ra’Mya Eunice.
and, most importantly, victims of crimesto see Marsy’s Law put on the ballot inNovember 2018.” If Floridians opt tohave the proposition on the election bal-lot, a Victims’ Bill of Rights will be
added to the Florida constitution. Marsy’s Law isn’t about taking away
rights. We understand why rights forthe accused and convicted are in place.They are there for good reason and they
are inalienable. This effort is about ex-panding the rights of victims—aboutcreating a more compassionate justicesystem. We ask that you consider whatthese changes would mean to the vic-
tims that the Justice Coalition serves.We ask that you join us in the comingmonths in supporting Marsy’s Law. It isa law that can truly make a difference invictims’ lives.
Marsy’s Law – Continued from page 1
Victims’ Bill of Rights
Marsy’s Law significantly expands the rights of victims in California. UnderMarsy’s Law, the California Constitution article I, § 28, section (b) now providesvictims with the following enumerated rights:
1. To be treated with fairness and respect for his or her privacy and dignity, and tobe free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse, throughout the criminal or ju-venile justice process.
2. To be reasonably protected from the defendant and persons acting on behalf ofthe defendant.
3. To have the safety of the victim and the victim’s family considered in fixing theamount of bail and release conditions for the defendant.
4. To prevent the disclosure of confidential information or records to the defendant,the defendant’s attorney, or any other person acting on behalf of the defendant,which could be used to locate or harass the victim or the victim’s family or whichdisclose confidential communications made in the course of medical or counsel-ing treatment, or which are otherwise privileged or confidential by law.
5. To refuse an interview, deposition, or discovery request by the defendant, the de-fendant’s attorney, or any other person acting on behalf of the defendant, and toset reasonable conditions on the conduct of any such interview to which the vic-tim consents.
6. To reasonable notice of and to reasonably confer with the prosecutingagency, upon request, regarding, the arrest of the defendant if known by the pros-ecutor, the charges filed, the determination whether to extradite the defendant,and, upon request, to be notified of and informed before any pretrial dispositionof the case.
7. To reasonable notice of all public proceedings, including delinquency proceed-ings, upon request, at which the defendant and the prosecutor are entitled to bepresent and of all parole or other post-conviction release proceedings, and to bepresent at all such proceedings.
8. To be heard, upon request, at any proceeding, including any delinquency pro-ceeding, involving a post-arrest release decision, plea, sentencing, post-convic-
tion release decision, or any proceeding in which a right of the victim is at issue.9. To a speedy trial and a prompt and final conclusion of the case and any related
post-judgment proceedings.10. To provide information to a probation department official conducting a pre-sen-
tence investigation concerning the impact of the offense on the victim and thevictim’s family and any sentencing recommendations before the sentencing ofthe defendant.
11. To receive, upon request, the pre-sentence report when available to the defen-dant, except for those portions made confidential by law.
12. To be informed, upon request, of the conviction, sentence, place and time of in-carceration, or other disposition of the defendant, the scheduled release date ofthe defendant, and the release of or the escape by the defendant from custody.
13. To restitution.A. It is the unequivocal intention of the People of the State of California thatall persons who suffer losses as a result of criminal activity shall have the rightto seek and secure restitution from the persons convicted of the crimes causingthe losses they suffer.B. Restitution shall be ordered from the convicted wrongdoer in every case,regardless of the sentence or disposition imposed, in which a crime victim suf-fers a loss.C. All monetary payments, monies, and property collected from any personwho has been ordered to make restitution shall be first applied to pay theamounts ordered as restitution to the victim.
14. To the prompt return of property when no longer needed as evidence.15. To be informed of all parole procedures, to participate in the parole process, to
provide information to the parole authority to be considered before the parole ofthe offender, and to be notified, upon request, of the parole or other release ofthe offender.
16. To have the safety of the victim, the victim’s family, and the general public con-sidered before any parole or other post-judgment release decision is made.
17. To be informed of the rights enumerated in paragraphs (1) through (16).
Below is the California Victims’ Bill of Rights. A similar Bill of Rights could be added to the Florida Constitution if the Constitutional Revision Commission passesMarsy’s Law and Floridians vote to pass the law in the November 2018 election.
Photos courtesy of J.W. Lee Photography.
THE JUSTICE COALITION’S VICTIMS’ ADVOCATE • 7JANUARY 2018
M I S S I N G P E R S O N SYour help is needed in the following cases. If you have any information, no matter how insignificant, please notify the authorities.
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Tammy Willis
Bryan Lamar Allen
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Michael Austin Davis
Yvonne Belcher
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Bryan Andrew Hayes
Rodney McIntyre
Shirlene “Donetta”
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Jackie Markham
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Name: Gina Michele Antolik EnnisInfo: Reported missing July 21, 2015. Victimwas last seen on July 10, 2015, when she lefther sister’s residence. The victim was last seenwearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans. Thevictim has a substance abuse problem and ishomeless. Gina frequents the area of StocktonStreet, Edison and Lane Avenues. If you haveany information regarding her whereabouts,please call JSO 630-0500 or 630-2627 MissingPersons Hotline.
Name: John Patrick RowanInfo: Rowan, 34, left his Ft. Caroline homebefore sunrise Feb. 23, 2001, and has not beenseen since. His SUV was found a month laternear the Orlando airport. His case has beenruled an unsolved homicide.Notify: JSO Cold Case at 630-1157.
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ROTATION 1W E N E E D Y O U R H E L PYour help is needed in the following cases. If you have any information,
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Name: Eugene Brown IIIInfo: Eugene Brown III, 27, was found shot and killed inside his residence at 2125 Danese St., Nov. 24, 2010. Two young black males were seen leaving the scene after shots were fired.Notify: Call JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Joshua Kyle AllenInfo: On Saturday, July 30, 2005, Joshua Allen was found murdered in his condo at Grand Reserve Condos located at 13810 Sutton Park Dr. N.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Clifford BackmannInfo: Clifford was working at 6960 Bonneval Road on Saturday, October 10, 2009, around 12:15 p.m., when an un-known assailant came in, robbed and shot him. The gunman was reported to be a black male. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Bernard Gregory BakerInfo: Bernard was murdered on June 1, 2005, at 2100 Martin St. If you have any information on this case, please contact the Jackson-ville Sheriff’s Office.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
N am e: Derrell Baker, 17Info: D rrell was walking on Lenox Avenue near Old Middleburg Road about 7 a.m. on Sept. 8, 2008, when he was shot. He was rushed to Shands-Jacksonville hospital where he later died. Police believe he was shot from a moving vehicle.Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
N am e: Roderick Montrell BattsInfo: This young man was shot in the parking lot of the Waffle House at 334 Beach Blvd. on May 18, 2009.Notify: Call Det. Corporal Watkins, Jax Beach Police Dept.,(904)270-166
Name: Rachel BellInfo: This 26-year-old female was found murdered on Feb. 1, 2002, in the dunes off Southside Blvd.Notify: JSO at 630-0500 orD et. B arker at 630-2172
Name: William I. Bowden IIIInfo: William was found shot on Nov. 10, 2004, at 4752 Radcliff Court. He later died from his injuries. Detectives are looking for a black male driving a 2000 or 2001 beige Toyota Camry. Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Cynthia BoydInfo: This 51-year-old woman was murdered Nov. 24, 2009, when shots were fired into her Westside Jacksonville home.Notify: Call JSO Homicide at630-2172
Name: Barry Brooks, Jr.Info: This 19 year-old was found murdered at an apartment complex on Timuquana Road in Jacksonville on November 19, 2007.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
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Name: Antonio CreechInfo: This young man, 22, was murdered Dec. 23, 2007, in a shooting at Eureka Gardens Apartments.Notify: Call JSO Homicide at 630-2127
N am e: James Donnie CrewsInfo: Was found murdered by gunshot wounds in the 8900 block of Media St. on Jan. 24, 2000. Please help this family and call in your tips.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Cejay L. DavisInfo: Shot to death while stand-ing on the corner of Washington and Shearer St. on the Westside, off McDuff Ave. on May 6, 2000, about 11:50 p.m. Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Shelton FlowersInfo: On Nov. 19, 2000, at approx. 2:30 a.m., Shelton L. Flowers and Demetrice J. Ross were robbed and shot at 1137 Dyal St. by suspect(s) unknown. Suspect(s) fled in Flowers’ car which was later recovered. Notify: Det. R.V.Nelson, JSOHomicide at 630-2172 or 630-1082
Name: Willie Lenard Flynn Info: Killed on 12/26/03 by a hit-and-run driver on I-95 south-bound near 8th Street. The black male driver of the stolen vehicle and a passenger fled the scene on foot.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Michael Earl FosterInfo: Michael Earl Foster, age 50, was found murdered by an unknown assailant on June 25, 2006, in the 5900 block of Beckstrom St. If you have any information about this murder, please call Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: John Gates, IIInfo: He was murdered on June 2, 2005, while working as a clerk at the BP gas station, 643 Stockton St. According to a second victim, two black males entered the store at 7:50 p.m. One suspect held this victim at gunpoint while the other shot Gates.N otify: Det. E.R. Baker at 630-2172
N am e: Diann GaymonInfo: Diann disappeared on Sept. 27, 2004. Her body was found on May 5, 2005, at 5711 Bowden Road behind the strip mall. Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Frances GordonInfo: Found October 1, 1996, at 2727 Waller Street, viciously murdered by an unknown assailant.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Floyd BryantInfo: Two days before Christmas, this 73-year-old man was walking in the median of 103rd St., across from I-HOP, when he was struck and killed by a vehicle, possibly hit by another.Notify: Call Florida Highway Patrol at 695-4104
Name: John L. BurnettInfo: This 31-year-old man was killed April 20, 2007, by a teal green vehicle that fled the scene. FHP is seeking information about the identity of the hit-and-run driver.Notify: Call Cpl. Martha Fachkoat 695-4115, ext. 412
Name: Darryl CaldwellInfo: This 36-year-old man was shot by a young black malewanting drugs and money. Transport-ed to Shands, hedied 12/30/09.Notify: JSO at 630-217
Name: Keith CauleyInfo: Keith’s body was recovered from a grave in Putman County on August 23, 2001. His death is currently being investigated by the JSO Homicide Unit.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Donte’ ChapmanInfo: Donte’ was killed on 1/3/06. He was found after JFRD responded to a brush fire at 7500 Birdies Road near the Avenues Mall.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Benjamin ChristopherInfo: This 16-year-old was shot and killed on March 29, 2006, in the 400 block of Broward St.If you have any information about this murder, please contact the Jacksonville Sheriff ’s Office.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Jerry ClemonsInfo: On Nov. 7, 2008, this 33-year old male was killed in a drive-by shooting at 14th andCanal Streets. He was talking with friends when 4 men in a gold car opened fire.Notify: JSO Homicide at630-2177
Name: Michael L. CohenInfo: Was found murdered at 1657 26th. W. on April 18, 2001.Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Charles Cooper IIIInfo: Charles Cooper, was shot in the back and killed July 1, 2007, between Detroit and Lowell Street. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Nickeshea Duana GrayInfo: This 28-year-old female was murdered on July 25, 2006, in the 8300 block of Marion Street.Notify: JSO Homicide at630-2172.
Name: Jessica S. GreenInfo: This 18-year-old female was found shot to death Sept. 5, 2007, in the bedroom of her home at 5620 Hollinghead Lane.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Randall Eugene GriffinInfo: This 56-year-old male was treated for significant trauma on May 6 and pronounced deceased on May 15, 2006.Notify: JSO Homicide Unit at 630-2172
Name: Joe HarrellInfo: This young man was discovered January 22, 2006, lying in the driveway of a vacant home a 3021 Silver Street, believed to have been killed around midnight while walking home from work.Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Alphonso LevonHeadley, Jr.Info: This 22-year-old male was found murdered Nov. 26, 2008, at Pearl and Linwood Streets, shot multiple times by unknown assailants.Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Tiphne HollisInfo: While in a car with family members on March 20, 2010, this 16-year-old young woman waskilled by a hail of gunfire fromunknown assailants.Notify: JSO Homicide at630-2172
Name: Sirron R. JacksonInfo: Shot June 22, 2002, Simon Johnson Park, 3700 block o
Rd.Notify: JSO at 630-0500 or 630-1824
Name: Dorsett Lamont James, Sr.Info: On May 27, 2011, the body of Dorsett James, Sr. was found in his residence located at 1106 Tyler St. in Jacksonville. The case has been ruled a homicide. Notify: JSO Det. Cayenne at 630-2172
Name: Deon Antwain JeridoInfo: Beloved son of LaVerne Jerido, was found shot to death in his 2001 Gold Sebring near the intersection of W. 22nd St. and Lee St.Notify: JSO at 630-0500 orSgt. R.S. McLeod at 630-2172
We regret that because of insufficient space we cannot include all unsolved murder cases on this page. We will rotate all pictures,featuring each victim every three months. We remain sorry for your loss and will continue to work to seek justice for all.
THE JUSTICE COALITION’S VICTIMS’ ADVOCATE • 9JANUARY 2018
WANTED by the Jacksonville Sheriff ’s OfficeAnyone with information concerning these individuals, please call JSO at 904-630-0500
An active warrant existed on every person shown on this page at the time the Justice Coalition received the informationfrom the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office in December 2017, about two weeks before the Victim’s Advocate went to press.
VA# 7014Black male, 5’ 9”, 290 lbs.DOB: 9-4-1994Violation: Battery(Domestic)
RICHARD VANDERBOWMAN
VA# 7017Black male, 5’ 8”, 145 lbs.DOB: 2-28-1989Violation: Burglary, structurenot occupied
DEVERICK TYRONECOCKRUM
VA# 7015White female, 5’ 3”, 130 lbs.DOB: 8-7-1985Violation: Petit theft
ASHLEY NICHOLEBROWN
VA# 7013Black female, 5’ 7”, 130 lbs.DOB: 12-22-1984Violation: Petit theft
GLORIA GRACEBLANCO
VA# 7037Black male, 5’ 6”, 150 lbs.DOB: 8-30-1981Violation: Obtain controlledsubstance by fraud
QUINNEN FRANKWILLBRIGHT
WANTED POSTERS TERMINOLOGY KEYAFDC – Aid for Dependent ChildrenBatt. – BatteryCW – Concealed WeaponCont. Subs. – Controlled SubstanceDLSR – Driver’s License Suspended or RevokedDom. Agg. Assault – Domestic Aggravated AssaultDSP – Dealing in Stolen PropertyDW – Deadly WeaponFA – FirearmFel – FelonyFTA – Failed to AppearGT – Grand Theft
HO – Habitual OffenderLEO – Law Enforcement OfficerMVA – Motor Vehicle AccidentPCS – Possession of Controlled SubstancePFCF – Possession of Firearm by Convicted FelonPT – Petit TheftTRAF. MDMA – Ecstasy TraffickingUttering – ForgeryVOP – Violation of Probation/ParoleWC – Worthless CheckMan.Del.Cocaine – Manufacturing and DeliveringCocaine
VA# 7011Black male, 5’ 10”, 230 lbs.DOB: 5-28-1980Violation: Conspiracy totraffic in controlledsubstances
PHILLIP LEANDERBELLAMY
VA# 7012White male, 5’ 10”, 220 lbs.DOB: 11-28-1979Violation: Employee Theft
JIMMY DALEBIGGS
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VA# 7023White male, 6’ 0”, 175 lbs.DOB: 4-16-1983Violation: DSP
ERIC MARKHAMILTON
VA# 7009Hispanic male, 5’ 7”, 163 lbs.DOB: 12-8-1982Violation: Criminal mischief
ROBERTOAROCHO
VA# 7008White male, 6’ 0”, 175 lbs.DOB: 7-4-1985Violation: DSP
LUTHER PIERCEADAMS, IV
VA# 7019White male, 5’ 6”, 140 lbs.DOB: 4-17-1973Violation: Lewd or lasciviousmolestation
STEPHEN PATRICKCROWELL
VA# 7034Black male, 6’ 2”, 165 lbs.DOB: 6-22-1991Violation: Murder; poss. offirearm by convicted felon
PRINCE TERRILLMITCHELL
VA# 7035Black male, 5’ 7”, 135 lbs.DOB: 12-30-1995Violation: Carrying aconcealed weapon
JAHRON JACKSONROBINSON
VA# 7010White male, 6’ 1”, 260 lbs.DOB: 10-29-1961Violation: DSP
DONALD EUGENEASHCRAFT
VA# 7036Black male, 5’ 2”, 160 lbs.DOB: 5-31-1991Violation: DSP
TORRENCEANTONIO WHITE
VA# 7018White female, 5’ 7”, 175 lbs.DOB: 8-24-1983Violation: Child Neglect -VOP x2
JENNIFER LYNNECORDOVA
VA# 7026White female, 5’ 7”, 135 lbs.DOB: 10-10-1981Violation: DSP
ANGELA NICHOLEJETT
VA# 7027Black male, 6’ 3”, 179 lbs.DOB: 3-24-1972Violation: Unnatural andlascivious act
JOSEPH CECILJORDAN
VA# 7030Black male, 5’ 7”, 162 lbs.DOB: 1-1-1984Violation: Att. murder, armedrobbery, GTA
JACQUEMALAURNET
VA# 7033Black male, 5’ 7”, 165 lbs.DOB: 5-6-1981Violation: Robbery
CORNELIUSLAMONT MANN
VA# 7016Black female, 5’ 6”, 155 lbs.DOB: 9-7-1990Violation: Strong armrobbery
CHETERRIAJONEE CAIN
VA# 7022Black male, 6’ 1”, 175 lbs.DOB: 9-11-1991Violation: Home invasionrobbery w/firearm or deadlyweapon
DAVID ALFREDGOODMAN, II
VA# 7025White male, 5’ 5”, 150 lbs.DOB: 5-10-1985Violation: Trespass onProperty
JOSEPHMICHAEL HILL
VA# 7028Black female, 5’ 7”, 125 lbs.DOB: 3-31-1990Violation: Burglary w/assaultand battery
ALEXIS JANAEKEE
VA# 7029White male, 5’ 9”, 180 lbs.DOB: 7-26-19 66Violation: VOP - Trespass instructure or conveyance
RONALD STEVENLANGDO
VA# 7031White female, 5’ 8,” 150 lbs.DOB: 4-1-1974Violation: Writ ofAttachment - Child Support
AMY ELAINELUSTER
VA# 7032White male, 5’ 9,” 160 lbs.DOB: 7-20-1961Violation: Agg. assaultw/deadly weapon
TIMOTHY LYNNLYONS
VA# 7020Black female, 4’ 11”, 145 lbs.DOB: 10-15-1981Violation: False Statement inTitle Transfer
ELEANOR D.EASON
VA# 7021Black male, 5’ 10”, 135 lbs.DOB: 4-6-1998Violation: Grand Theft-Retail
JAQUEL ARCHTRAEZSFRAZIER
VA# 7024Black male, 5’ 11”DOB: 9-10-1971Violation: Battery
TERRENCE LENELLHARDEN
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RACHARD JEROME MITCHELLVA#: 7004Featured: December 2017Arrested: December 2017Violation: PFCF; Agg. Assault
AMANDA JANE GARRISONVA#: 6992Featured: December 2017Arrested: December 2017Violation: Petit Theft; Resisting while committingtheftMARIO L. DAVIDVA#: 6989Featured: December 2017Arrested: December 2017Violation: Burglary
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In a news conference where he was joined by State AttorneyMelissa Nelson and Mayor Lenny Curry, Sheriff Mike Williamshosted the local media and showcased the newly installedballistics identification system that will link gun forensics anddata to the national data base known as NIBIN. He alsointroduced Pete Lardizabal, a firearms and tool mark examinationand forensics expert. Lardizabal is the new manager of JSO’sFirearms Lab.
“Many cities around the country have looked at thistechnology and the value of having a lab with experts inside theiragency. I’m very proud that we made this a reality inJacksonville,” said Sheriff Mike Williams reflecting on the sharedcommitment of his administration and that of Mayor Curry’s toaddress gun crime by leveraging state of the art technology. Healso reflected on the important partnership with State AttorneyMelissa Nelson. The Crime Gun Intelligence Center, where JSO,ATF and State Attorney’s Office investigator will ultimately belocated, in the SAO offices.
“I know that by leveraging this technology and the people wedeploy, such as our detectives, the ATF experts, and prosecutioninvestigators, we can reduce the time it takes to identify suspects,get violent criminals off the streets, and link crimes and gunfirein Jacksonville,” he said.
Jacksonville BallisticsIdentification System Launches
THE JUSTICE COALITION’S VICTIMS’ ADVOCATE • 11JANUARY 2018
730 COLLEGE STREETJACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
TEL: (904) 358-6711FAX: (904) 358-6499
Jeffrey H. Tomack, MHSA, NHAAdministrator
730 COLLEGE STREETJACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
TEL: (904) 358-6711FAX: (904) 358-6499
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MOST WANTEDBEACHES
To report any information, callJacksonville Beach Police at (904) 270-1667, or
Neptune Beach Police at (904) 270-2413
MICHAEL WILLIAM HARTRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 3/30/1999 -- Jacksonville BeachViolation: Burglary (Structure)
TRACY LEA MALIGRace: White Sex: FemaleDOB: 1/22/1974 -- Jacksonville BeachViolation: Hit and Run traffic crash and HabitualTraffic Offender
LARRY JEROME JOHNSON, IIRace: Black Sex: Male
DOB: 10/2/1991 -- Jacksonville BeachViolation: Dealing in Stolen Property
MOST WANTEDNASSAU COUNTY
Sheriff Bill Leeper and the Nassau County Sheriff ’s Office endorse the efforts of theJustice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’sparticipation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
EDWARD NICHOLAS REEDERRace: Black Sex: Male
DOB: 11/6/1991 Ht: 5’ 10” Weight: 170Violation: Agg. Assault, Shooting or ThrowingDeadly Missiles
MALIK A. Y. MOULTRIERace: Black Sex: MaleDOB: 12/31/1989 Ht: 5’ 7” Weight: 170Violation: Sell / Deliver Controlled Substance
GABRIEL VARNERRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 8/7/1983 Ht: 5’ 7” Weight: 160Violation: S/M/D Controlled Substance
THOMAS CARROLL-PICKETT WILLISRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 10/16/1988 Ht: 5’ 5” Weight: 160 Violation: Poss. Firearm by Convicted Felon
THELMA ANN BUTLERRace: Black Sex: FemaleDOB: 8/1/1963 Ht: 5’ Weight: UnknownViolation: Uttering a Forged Instrument
Jacksonville Beach Chief of Police Patrick K. Dooley and Neptune Beach Chief ofPolice Richard J. Pike endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wantedcriminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and
deeply appreciate their efforts.
If you have any informationcall the NCSO at 1-855-725-2632
MOST WANTEDBRADFORD COUNTY
Sheriff Gordon Smith and the Bradford County Sheriff ’s Office endorse the effortsof the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s
participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
JOHNATHAN BROOKERRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 2/29/1990 Ht: Weight:Violation: Felony False owner info. pawn items
HARRISON MIKARIRace: Black Sex: Male
DOB: 2/6/1997 Ht: Weight:Violation: Exploitation of the elderly - less than10,000 credit card theft Bond 100,000
KRISTY BRANNENRace: White Sex: FemaleDOB: 2/22/1984 Ht: Weight:Violation: Felony VOP
FRED COBB, JR.Race: Black Sex: MaleDOB: 5/8/1963 Ht: Weight:Violation: Felony VOP
JASON HICKOXRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 8/19/1980 Ht: Weight:Violation: Grand Theft
JEFF BLACKBURNRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 8/20/1960 Ht: Weight: Violation: Failure to pay child support
If you have any informationcall the BCSO at 904-996-2276
MOST WANTEDCLAY COUNTY
Sheriff Darryl Daniels and the Clay County Sheriff ’s Office endorse the efforts of theJustice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’sparticipation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
If you have any informationcall the CCSO at 904-213-6031
MURRIA NICOLE WILLIAMSRace: Black Sex: FemaleDOB: 12/29/1987 Ht: 5’ 6” Weight: 161Violation: Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card
ALEXANDER DESHANNON KINGRace: Black Sex: Male
DOB: 10/7/1992 Ht: 5’ 10” Weight: 158Violation: Operating vehicle while DL sus./canc.;rev;resist/obstruct/oppose officer w/o violence andknowingly provide false information to law enforcement.
GARRETT LEE GRAYRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 3/5/1987 Ht: 6’ 2” Weight: 210Violation: DSP and giving false information to apawn broker (x4)
KRISTOPHER DAVID McGRAWRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 2/13/1995 Ht: 5’ 11” Weight: 250Violation: Burglary of an unoccupied dwelling whilearmed with a firearm
If you are a victim of domestic abuse,there IS help for you. Call this 24-hour hotlineto receive help day or night 1-800-500-1119
Last month, we held our 4th Annual Seasons toRemember Ceremony. Every year, we collect clothesof missing loved ones and those lost to violence. Withthe help of Donna Lappin, the clothes are stitchedtogether into beautiful, comforting teddy bears. At ourceremony we present these bears, along withpersonally inscribed bibles, to families of the victims.
The holidays are a time of remembrance — a timeto come together and be thankful. We at the JusticeCoalition hope that these families are reminded of thejoy that their loved ones gave them. Our biggestthanks goes to these families who remind us everyyear of their resilience and strength.
We would also like to extend a very warm thankyou to the following sponsors and individuals:
• Julia Jenae, First Coast News • Melissa Nelson, State Attorney 4th Judicial
Circuit Court
• Pastor JimBo Stewart, Redemption Church• Pastor Amos Bankhead, Combined Gospel
Christian Fellowship Church• Donna Lappin • Keith Sullivan• Golden Corral, Normandy Blvd.• James Spencer • San Jose Elementary School Choir• Jonathan Lee, J.W. Lee Photography
We would also like to recognize the followingvolunteers, without whom this event would not bepossible:
• Fran Futrill • Pastor Amos Bankhead • Angelica Ortiz
12 • THE JUSTICE COALITION’S VICTIMS’ ADVOCATE JANUARY 2018
SpecialThanks
The Advocacy Report - October 2017Total victims served on the First Coast by the Justice Coalition
Monthly Activity October 2017 2017 YTD New Cases 2 102 New Victims 17 338Phone Contacts 131 3036In-Person Advocacy 5 391Criminal Justice Support 260 4282Referrals to Other Agencies 24 473Court Representation 104 1343Victim Compensation 54 622Claim Assistance
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DONORSA. J. JohnsJohn KirklandJames C. Coleman, IIIIvan PenaNational Christian Foundation • JacksonvilleThe PMC Family FundPatricia O’RourkeFred ThompsonDuana and Joy WilliamsDurie and Gail BurnsDennis SullivanBank of AmericaDamien D’Anna
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NEWSPAPER DELIVERYAuto Source WeeklyDavid BrownBeverly McClain, FOSCIPete and Cindy Miller Derrick RogersMargaret Gregory
OFFICE VOLUNTEERSAmos BankheadFran FutrillCindy MouroRay Tuenge, Sr.
HEARTS AND HANDS MINISTRYPastor Steve Dobbs,
Paxon Revival CenterRev. Amos Bankhead,
Combined Gospel Christian Fellowship
Victim VoicesDear Lysa,
“Thank you”cannot express howgrateful I am for ourhelp and supportduring the mostdifficult times in mylife.
Your kindnessand generous heartmeant more to methan you’ll ever know.
God bless youalways!!
And God bless allof the people at theJustice Coalition. Mayyou forever provide services to those of us who have needed justiceand support as victims or families of victims.
Much love.P.S. the words are mine but my family feels the same.
– Letter to JC Director of Victim Advocacy Lysa Telzer from Deborah Wright,sister of Delores Futrell who was murdered by Randall Deviney in 2008.Deviney was sentenced to death in December 2017.
Seasons to Remember Acknowledgments
ON THE SIDEOF VICTIMS!!