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The Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office is committed to assisting and supporting the victims and witnesses of crime in Frederick County. We have experienced and trained professional Victim Witness Coordinators who are assigned to each division.

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Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

1 day ago

PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAPRIL 2, 2025In recognition of Crime Victims’ Rights Week, Frederick County State’s Attorney Charlie Smith and his Office will be hosting the 35th Maryland Statewide Memorial Service for the Western Region which includes Frederick, Alleghany, Carroll, Garrett, Montgomery, and Washington CountiesFrederick, MD – State’s Attorney Charlie Smith will lead the Annual Maryland Crime Victims’ Memorial this Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Frederick Seventh-day Adventist Church located at 6437 Jefferson Pike, Frederick MD from 1 pm to 3 pm in honor of Maryland’s crime victims and their families. The memorial service honors the memory of those Marylanders who lost their lives to violent crime and acknowledges the families who have had their lives dramatically changed as a result of someone else’s violent actions. Each year, the program includes the reading of the names of those individuals who have died. The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy will present a Proclamation during the service. #### ... See MoreSee Less

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Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

2 days ago

930 WFMD Free Talk celebrates our Hometown Heroes! Chief Assistant State’s Attorney, Domestic Violence Unit, Brett Engler joined Dianah Gibson and Drew Phelps today to share her role in achieving justice for victims of intimate partner violence in Frederick County. Frederick County Sheriff's Office, MD - Integrity Driven • Community Built Heartly House statesattorney.us/victims-and-witnesses/domestic-violence-resources/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

3 days ago

Charlie Smith proudly welcomes new District Court Assistant State’s Attorney, Jillian Petee to his Office! Jillian achieved her Juris Doctor from The University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice. In addition, she double-minored in Global Terrorism Studies and Law and Society. Jillian’s law clerk experience includes service in the Circuit Court for Harford County, MD, The Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office/Violent Crimes Unit and the Maryland Office of the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Unit. Welcome to our team, Jillian! University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law ... See MoreSee Less

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Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

1 week ago

Evidence Review Unit Chief, Kristin King and E.R.U. Investigator, Justin Walters instructed our interns today about the unit's role in prosecuting cases. E.R.U. is responsible for identifying, requesting and reviewing all digital audio/video evidence generated by police during the course of criminal investigations. Police body-worn cameras, vehicle dash cameras, cellular phone videos/data and recorded witness interviews are examples of the media they process. ... See MoreSee Less

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Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

2 weeks ago

Chief Counsel Joyce King, named “Woman of the Year” by the Frederick County Commission of Women, accepted her award at tonight’s RAVING ABOUT WOMEN (R.A.W.) Event hosted by the Arc at Market Street. This awards ceremony recognizes amazing women in our community during Women’s History Month. The commission honored Joyce’s outstanding achievements in public safety. One of the Commission’s goals is to advocate for our county's constituency to the legislature, the judiciary, the executive, the media, and the public. Congrats Joyce for your extraordinary commitment to keeping our community safe! Frederick County Commission For Women Frederick County Government, MDLearn more about the FCCW’s mission: www.frederickcountymd.gov/1520/Commission-For-Women ... See MoreSee Less

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