Good Samaritans
GOOD SAMARITANS: A big thank you to Jody Martin and Chris Barkley for helping VOCAL out in a time of crisis. Jody and Chris spent over 80 hours and a couple hundred dollars of their own money in helping VOCAL repair some storm damage. These two fine men heard about VOCAL’s troubles and offered their assistance. VOCAL is much appreciative and would like to recognize Jody and Chris for their support of VOCAL.
VOCAL would also like to thank Billy Williams, Manager of Russell-Do-It-Center in Wetumpka. Mr. Williams donated the paint for our vigil crosses.
It is individuals like these who make our communities a much better place.
2013 VOCAL Charity Golf Tournament
IT IS COMING!!!!!! The 2013 VOCAL Charity Golf Tournament will be Thursday, September 26th at the Bonnie Crest Country Club in Montgomery.Montgomery Fallen Officers
The Montgomery Police Department, on Wednesday, May15th, paid tribute to the fallen police officers of Montgomery. It is only right we take time to remember and honor those who served and protected us with courage and heroism.
Murder of Nicole McNair
On May 22, 2013 – the murderer of Nicole McNair was sentenced to Life in prison. Jeffrey Morris Hamby was found guilty of murder in St. Clair County in Apri 2013. Nicole’s mother, Ellen Carter and her family received a measure of justice with the verdict and sentence. Miriam Shehane and Janette Grantham attended some of the trial with Ellen and her family. Lamar Williamson and Gwendolyn Connelly prosecuted the case for the Office of DA Richard Minor. Super job by two outstanding prosecutors.
VOCAL on Paroles and Pardons
On Tuesday, May 21st – VOCAL protested the paroles and pardons of the following inmates:
- Glenn Alexander Rose
- Phillip Andrew Bedwell
- Gregory Lett
- Calvin Latrae Butler
- Dudley Milton
- Shelley Averette
VOCAL Chapter for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
In May VOCAL met with DA Brian McVeigh of Calhoun and Cleburne Counties and DA Richard Minor of St Clair County regarding s new VOCAL Chapter in their area. The support of the local district attorney is vital to the success of a VOCAL chapter. DA McVeigh and DA Minor are true warriors for justice who has compassion for the victims and passion for justice. They have given their support to the victims in their area. Also had opportunity to meet with some of the most courageous individuals in the Anniston area - the local homicide survivors. Thanks to Debbie Michelson and Amber Wilson for their southern hospitality.
Mission Statement
VOCAL, Victims of Crime and Leniency, was organized in 1982 to create a more balanced system. Somewhere along the way, victim’s rights across the nation, for all practical purposes were non-existent. The same system that victims expected to protect them was hampered due to the aggressive efforts to ensure the rights of the offenders were protected. Vocal’s goal has been to balance the scales of justice by giving crime victims those same rights rather than eroding the rights of the offender.
V.O.C.A.L. Angel House advocates for victims’ rights and services for victims of violent crime, providing direct services to victims and their families, and providing public education and awareness. Our staff members are available to assist the family and loved ones of a homicide victim. Advocates assist survivors in communicating with Police, Attorney's General office, and Governor's Office and provide emotional and physical support throughout the course of your case. Advocates work closely with the staff in all phases of the Criminal Justice System. There are nearly 45,000 homicides annually in the United States. This effects between 150,000 and 200,000 relatives and other survivors. The trauma and grief experienced by survivors cause emotional scars that last a lifetime. We assist with Death Notification, Media Coverage, Funeral Arrangements, Victim's Compensation, Trial Attendance, Insurance Claims, Crime Scene Clean-up.
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Physical Address:
422 South Court St
Montgomery, AL 36104-4102
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4449
Montgomery, AL 36103-4449
Phone:
334-262-7197
Fax:
334-834-5645
Email:
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