2850 College Drive, Rice Lake, WI 54868

715-736-0940

TO: _________________________________________  

FROM: ________________________________________

DATE: _________________________________________

SUBJECT:   Victim Offender Conferencing Program

______________________ has been referred to our Victim Offender Conferencing (VOC) Program as a victim of an incident that happened on  __________________.  Our program has also received a referral of the offenders responsible for the incident.

In the Victim Offender Conferencing Program, we are available to discuss the case with you, and explore any interest your son/daughter may have in meeting face-to-face with the offender.  Your participation is entirely voluntary, and this service is available at no cost to you.

Many victims find that meeting with their offender(s), outside the criminal justice process, provides a meaningful way to participate in the justice system.  They can ask questions and explain how they were affected by what happened.  Meeting with victims can help offenders understand how their behavior impacts other people.

Someone from the Victim Offender Conferencing Program will call you in few days as a follow up to this letter.  Meanwhile, if you have questions feel free to call (715) 736-0940.  If we are unavailable, please leave a message and we will get back to you.