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Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office Text Notification Service Helps Crime Victims and Witnesses

The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office is helping crime victims stay informed about their cases by using text message technology. 

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Contact: Dawn Fraylick, Communications Director     
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September 27, 2024          

Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office Text Notification Service Helps Crime Victims and Witnesses

Mount Clemens, MI  - The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office is helping crime victims stay informed about their cases by using text message technology.  The technology also sends court hearing reminders and AI-generated videos, ensuring victims and witnesses receive timely updates on cases.

Assistant prosecutors and law enforcement want to give as much notice as possible to crime victims of upcoming court hearings. This is even more challenging when courts make changes to published dockets. The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office Crime Victims Unit now sends victims text messages shortly after new criminal cases are filed, containing vital details such as contact information for the Victim Rights Unit, a link to request victim rights, and instructions on how to opt out of notifications. Each text also includes a 30-second AI-generated video from Prosecutor Lucido explaining the next steps. Crime victims and witnesses can also ask questions regarding their case and get prompt answers.

Additionally, within 24 hours of a district court clerk scheduling a new court hearing, victims and witnesses receive another text message notifying them of preliminary examination hearings and trials.

"We know that timely and clear communication is crucial for crime victims," Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido emphasized. "By using text messages and AI-generated videos, we are giving victims the tools they need to stay informed and prepared. This innovative approach ensures victims have the support and information necessary to participate fully in the legal process, helping us achieve justice more effectively."

For more information about victim rights services, please contact the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office at 586-469-5675, email crimevictims@macombgov.org, or visit our website at https://www.macombgov.org/victims-rights.

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