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Chatham County proclaims April 2025 as Crime Victims' Rights Month
Summary
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners read and adopted a proclamation recognizing April 2025 as Crime Victims' Rights Month and called for support of victim services; the district attorney and victim-witness staff accepted the proclamation.
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation designating April 2025 as Crime Victims' Rights Month in Chatham County and called on residents to participate in events that raise awareness of victims’ rights and available services.
Chairman Chester A. Ellis read the proclamation noting the national observance and the local effect of crime on survivors. The board presented the proclamation to the district attorney’s office; the district attorney’s representative thanked the commission for naming the month and for supporting a countywide network of services.
The district attorney’s remarks emphasized the role of local networks and said the proclamation "means more than you know," adding that the recognition helps victims understand there is a support system countywide. Victim-witness staff joined the presentation at the dais to accept the proclamation.
Ending: The proclamation was entered into the record and a copy was provided to the district attorney’s office and victim-witness staff for local awareness and outreach activities.
