1 year ago
The Victims Witness Program of Macon County per their own literature claims to work to prosecute the offender to the full extent of the law. In my case the offender was on video tape assaulting me and witnesses were available. I was adamantly opposed to a plea deal. After delaying it a few times hoping that I would go away the finally went to court with a plea deal made. I attended court and made a statement to the Judge Geisler objecting and pleading with him to do the right thing to no avail. I was never advised or consoled by Melanie Long. Kim Tarvin was my advocate but was conveniently out sick that day. The assistant States Attorney basically said it's their ball game and they'll do what they want. I guess I get that but quit lying to victims saying you are on their side. I would leave 0 stars if I could. Jim Hettinger Decatur, IL
