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Victim Services U-Visa & T-Visa U-Visa & T-Visa U-Visa & T-Visa U-Visa & T-Visa The Madera County District Attorney’s Office encourages undocumented individuals who are victims of crime to report the incident to law enforcement. We are only concerned about the details of the crime, not your immigration status. U-Visa : A U-Visa status (also known as U nonimmigrant status) is designed to provide lawful status to noncitizen crime victims who have assisted, are assisting, or are willing to assist the authorities in investigating or prosecuting crimes that were committed against them. The main purpose of the U -Visa is to encourage undocumented crime victims to help law enforcement investigate and prosecute crimes without fear of being deported. T-Visa : A T-Visa (also known as T nonimmigrant status (T-Visa) may be granted to victims of severe forms of human trafficking. A T-Visa allows victims to remain in the United States to assist law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of human trafficking cases. To apply for a U Visa or a T Visa, crime victims or their representative must complete the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Form I-918 , Supplement B (for U-Visa) or Form I-914 , Supplement B (for T-Visa) and submit it to the Madera County District Attorney's Office for consideration. Both forms are available on the USCIS (www.uscis.gov ) website. For local nonprofit agencies that assist victims in the U-Visa and T-Visa application process, please click the links below.

Victim Services Restitution Restitution Restitution Restitution You shall have the right to seek and secure restitution from the defendant if that person is convicted. Restitution may include but is not limited to: • The replacement or repair cost of stolen or damaged property • Funeral expenses; ambulance or hospital bills • Counseling and therapy expenses • Relocation expenses • Lost wages for the time spent assisting the police or prosecution. To obtain restitution, the victim must provide the necessary documentation to support the claim, such as copies of bills and receipts for crime-related expenses. Restitution Form- English Restitution Form - Spanish

Victim's Rights “MARSY’S RIGHTS” California Constitution, Article I, Section 28(b) In order to preserve and protect a victim’s rights to justice and due process, a victim shall be entitled to the following rights: MENU Subpoena Information Victim Services Victim Services FAQs U-Visa & T-Visa Victim's Rights Restitution Information Bulletins Good Cause Child Removal Financial Fraud Bureau of Investigations Assembly Bill 481 Policy & Training Welfare Fraud Child Abuse/Maltreatment Special Prosecution Units Electronic Service CRC 2.251 Useful Links Student Internship Program Citizens Academy DA Office Contact Information Search Results 1. Fairness and Respect To be treated with fairness and respect for his or her privacy and dignity, and to be free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse, throughout the criminal or juvenile justice process. 2. Protection from the Defendant To be reasonably protected from the defendant and persons acting on behalf of the defendant. 3. Victim Safety Consideration in Setting Bail and Release Conditions To have the safety of the victim and the victim’s family considered in fixing the amount of bail and release conditions for the defendant. 4. The Prevention of the Disclosure of Confidential Information To prevent the disclosure of confidential information or records to the defendant, the defendant’s attorney, or any other person acting on behalf of the defendant, which could be used to locate or harass the victim or the victim’s family or which disclose confidential communications made in the course of medical or counseling treatment, or which are otherwise privileged or confidential by law. 5. Refusal to be interviewed by the Defense To refuse an interview, deposition, or discovery request by the defendant, the defendant’s attorney, or any other person acting on behalf of the defendant, and to set reasonable conditions on the conduct of any such interview to which the victim consents. 6. Conference with the Prosecution and Notice of Pretrial Disposition To reasonable notice of and to reasonably confer with the prosecuting agency, upon request, regarding, the arrest of the defendant if known by the prosecutor, the charges filed, the determination whether to extradite the defendant, and, upon request, to be notified of and informed before any pretrial disposition of the case. 7. Notice of and Presence at Public Proceedings To reasonable notice of all public proceedings, including delinquency proceedings, upon request, at which the defendant and the prosecutor are entitled to be present and of all parole or other post-conviction release proceedings, and to be present at all such proceedings. 8. Appearance at Court Proceedings and Expression of Views To be heard, upon request, at any proceeding, including any delinquency proceeding, involving a post- arrest release decision, plea, sentencing, post-conviction release decision, or any proceeding in which a right of the victim is at issue. 9. Speedy Trial and Prompt Conclusion of the Case To a speedy trial and a prompt and final conclusion of the case and any related post-judgment proceedings. 10. Provision of Information to the Probation Department To provide information to probation department official conducting a pre-sentence investigation concerning the impact of the offense on the victim and the victim’s family and any sentencing recommendations before the sentencing of the defendant. 11. Receipt of Pre-Sentence Report To receive, upon request, the pre-sentence report when available to the defendant, except for those portions made confidential by law. 12. Information About Conviction, Sentence, Incarceration, Release, and Escape To be informed, upon request, of the conviction, sentence, place and time of incarceration, or other disposition of the defendant, the scheduled release date of the defendant, and the release of or the escape by the defendant from custody. 13. Restitution A) It is the unequivocal intention of the People of the State of California that all persons who suffer losses as a result of criminal activity shall have the right to seek and secure restitution from the persons convicted of the crimes causing the losses they suffer. B) Restitution shall be ordered from the convicted wrongdoer in every case, regardless of the sentence or disposition imposed, in which a crime victim suffers a loss. C) All monetary payments, monies, and property collected from any person who has been ordered to make restitution shall be first applied to pay the amounts ordered as restitution to the victim. 14. The Prompt Return of Property To the prompt return of property when no longer needed as evidence. 15. Notice of Parole Procedures and Release on Parole To be informed of all parole procedures, to participate in the parole process, to provide information to the parole authority to be considered before the parole of the offender, and to be notified, upon request, of the parole or other release of the offender. 16. Safety of Victim and Public are Factors in Parole Release To have the safety of the victim, the victim’s family, and the general public considered before any parole or other post-judgment release decision is made. 17. Information About These 16 Rights To be informed of the rights enumerated in paragraphs (1) through (16). A victim, the retained attorney of a victim, a lawful representative of the victim, or the prosecuting attorney upon request of the victim, may enforce the above rights in any trial or appellate court with jurisdiction over the case as a matter of right. The court shall act promptly on such a request. (Cal. Const., art. 1, § 28(c)(1).) Madera County District Attorney’s Office: (559) 395-0600 Monday through Friday (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) Victim’s Services Center: (559)661-1000 If you have a question about a case in which you are a victim, please contact one of the following: Escape This Page

Main Menu Victim Services Victim Services Victim Services Victim Services The Madera County District Attorney’s Office is committed to ensuring the RIGHTS OF CRIME VICTIMS are enforced and that victims have a meaningful voice throughout the criminal justice process. Collaboration with other community agencies ensure that additional needs and services are available. RESOURCES RESOURCES RESOURCES RESOURCES National Domestic Violence Hotline RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline Community Action Partnership of Madera County (CAPMC) California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) Marjaree Mason Center Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) Megan's Law CDCR Victim Services Madera Superior Court Portal Madera Rescue Mission Madera County Department of Social Services Madera County Department of Behavioral Health Services SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES Restitution U-Visa & T-Visa Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Escape This Page

Main Menu Madera County District Attorney Citizens Academy The Madera County District Attorney’s Office is proud to host our “First” Citizens Academy. This is a six-week program that will offer accelerated courses each week. During the academy, Madera County citizens will learn about the District Attorney’s Office, its role within the criminal justice system and the services provided to the community. Space is limited. Chosen participants will receive notification of their acceptance prior to the start date. Notification will also be made to those not selected due to capacity. The 2026 Fall Citizens Academy will take place Tuesday evenings from 6PM-9PM at the Madera County District Attorney’s Office in Madera. Fall 2026 Application Link Any Questions can be sent to Jennifer.Parton@MaderaCounty.com MCDA Citizens Academy Application The Citizens Academy will consist of: An overview of the Criminal Justice Process Learn about the role of the District Attorney, how the District Attorney interacts with Judges, Defense Attorneys, Law Enforcement and more. There will also be a brief discussion on state policy and how those restrictions affect the District Attorney as well as local communities. Investigations Learn the role of investigations and District Attorney Investigators. Learn about the special types of investigations a District Attorney Investigator handles. Some of these include Public Assistance Fraud, Voter Fraud, Prison Crimes, Extraditions, Madera PD SIU-Task Force member and more. Academy participants will have an opportunity to investigate a mock crime scene and learn about the collection of evidence. Community Prosecution and Collaborative Courts Learn about the Prosecution Unit, Drug Court, Veterans Treatment Court, the Probation Department’s role and more. There will be a special tour of the Madera County Court House during this session. Special Victim Cases Learn about the prosecution of domestic violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Additionally, learn about Victim resources, such as the Community Action Partnership of Madera County (CAPMC), Victim Advocacy, the District Attorney’s Office court support dog, “Callie”, Marsy’s Rights and restitution from the California Victim Compensation Board. Community-Affected Cases Learn about community impacted cases and how investigations play a large role with solving and providing testimony for the court process. Madera County Assistant Sheriff Blehm will present a local murder case of a young lady who was tragically taken from the Madera community. This was a highly publicized incident, which aired on an episode of Investigation Discovery, in the Fall of 2025. The California Highway Patrol will also be joining this session and will talk about the impacts of impaired driving. Stay Involved Dinner will be provided as a thank you to those who committed and completed the 6-week Citizens Academy. Following dinner, Madera Justice Partners will present volunteer opportunities to further engage within the community. To conclude the academy, awards will be presented to the graduates. Scheduled Evenings: Tuesday October 6, 2026 Tuesday October 13, 2026 Tuesday October 20, 2026 Tuesday October 27, 2026 Tuesday November 3, 2026 Tuesday November 10, 2026

Main Menu Financial Fraud MENU Subpoena Information Victim Services Victim Services FAQs U-Visa & T-Visa Victim's Rights Restitution Information Bulletins Good Cause Child Removal Financial Fraud Bureau of Investigations Assembly Bill 481 Policy & Training Welfare Fraud Child Abuse/Maltreatment Special Prosecution Units Electronic Service CRC 2.251 Useful Links Student Internship Program Citizens Academy DA Office Contact Information Search Results Identity Theft According to the United States Department of Justice, Identity Theft is a term used to refer to all types of crime in which someone wrongfully obtains and uses another person's personal data in some way that involves fraud or deception, typically for economic gain. Your personal data, especially your Social Security number, your bank account or credit card number, your telephone number, and other valuable identifying data can be used, if they fall into the wrong hands, to personally profit at your expense. The Madera County District Attorney's Office offers the following resources to protect you against identity theft and what to do if your identity is stolen. Identity Theft (2 Pages) Identity Theft (68 Pages) Safeguarding Your Child's Future: Child Identity Theft Other Types of Financial Fraud To report other types of fraud committed in Madera County such as In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) or Medi-Cal Fraud, see the following reporting resources. CA Provider Fraud and Elder Abuse complaint line: 1-800-722-0432 Report Medi-Cal fraud (administered by the California Department of Health Services), Medi-Cal Beneficiary Fraud, and Abuse at: 1-800-822-6222 In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Fraud Hotline: 1-888-717-8302 The Social Security Administration (SSA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) Fraud Hotline provides an avenue for reporting fraud, waste, and abuse within SSA's programs and operations, including SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and Social Security Disability Insurance Fraud. Their number is 1-800-269-0271 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. For fraud or abuse in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) associated with Vendor Fraud call 1-800-424-9121 or email usda.hotline@oig.usda.gov . Thank you for your assistance in helping to maintain the integrity of Madera County's assistance programs.

Welfare Fraud MENU Subpoena Information Victim Services Victim Services FAQs U-Visa & T-Visa Victim's Rights Restitution Information Bulletins Good Cause Child Removal Financial Fraud Bureau of Investigations Assembly Bill 481 Policy & Training Welfare Fraud Child Abuse/Maltreatment Special Prosecution Units Electronic Service CRC 2.251 Useful Links Student Internship Program Citizens Academy DA Office Contact Information Search Results District Attorney Special Investigations Unit The Madera County District Attorney's Office Special Investigations Unit investigates certain forms of misuse of public assistance also known as welfare fraud. This includes the misuse of food stamps (CalFresh Snap), Aid to Families with Dependent Children (CalWorks, Welfare to Work), or General Assistance. Reporting Welfare Fraud Committed in Madera County Potentially Fraudulent Welfare Fraud That Can Be Reported, Investigated and Prosecuted through Madera County District Attorney's Office Unreported Income (either earned or unearned) Please give the employer's name and address, type of income, when it started, how often paid, etc. Failure to report income or money received from an inheritance, gambling, gift, lottery winnings or from ANY other source Failure to report the absent parent has returned home False Parental Custody Please give the name/approximate age of the child and address where the child is actually living. Unreported changes in Household Composition (either someone moved into or out of the home) Please give the name of the individual who moved in/out, when the move took place, relationship of individual to case, approximate age of individual. This includes aided child/children out of the home Hidden Assets (bank accounts, property, etc.) Please give the bank's name and address, street address and city of property, etc. Using false identification in order to receive aid Forgery or duplicate warrants Creating false dependents in order to receive aid Duplicate Aid Receiving Public Assistance Benefits to which a person is not entitled Unreported Changes in Shelter Costs/Falsified Shelter Costs Please explain what changed or what was falsified, including landlord information and address. EBT Trafficking (Selling EBT cards for money, drugs, etc.) Please give the name and address of the store or individual who buys the EBT card. If you suspect someone might be committing welfare fraud please report your information to the Madera County District Attorney's Office Special Investigations Unit at (559) 395-0605. Your report can also be submitted here by downloading the form from the link below: (Adobe Acro bat is the preferred view er for this document) Online Reporting Welfare Fraud Form To report welfare fraud being committed in a county outside of Madera County but within the State of California, contact the county in which the fraud is occurring or the CA Department of Social Services (CDSS) Welfare Fraud Hotline at 1-800-344-8477 or by e-mail at FraudHotline@dss.ca.gov . To report welfare fraud outside of California, visit the United Council on Welfare Fraud's website to find contact information for welfare fraud reporting in other states.

Main Menu Good Cause Child Removal If a parent or legal guardian of a child has a good faith belief the child is in immediate physical or emotional danger from the other parent/guardian, that person may choose to leave Madera County with the child in order to protect their safety. This action can open the person up to potential criminal liability for child abduction. To avoid such liability, the person taking the child out of the county may take steps to benefit from a necessity defense to parental child abduction known as the “Good Cause” defense (Penal Code section 278.7). To take advantage of the “Good Cause” defense, the person taking the child must, among other things, make a report to the District Attorney’s Office of the county from which the child is being taken. The person making the report must completely fill out the Good Cause Child Removal Packet (see link below) and submit the packet to the District Attorney's Office. Good Cause Child Removal Packet

MENU Subpoena Information Victim Services Victim Services FAQs U-Visa & T-Visa Victim's Rights Restitution Information Bulletins Good Cause Child Removal Financial Fraud Bureau of Investigations Assembly Bill 481 Policy & Training Welfare Fraud Child Abuse/Maltreatment Special Prosecution Units Electronic Service CRC 2.251 Useful Links Student Internship Program Citizens Academy DA Office Contact Information Search Results Bureau of Investigations MISSION STATEMENT District Attorney Sally O. Moreno is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of Madera County. The Madera County District Attorney's Office is committed to serving the public in the pursuit of truth and justice, through the vigorous prosecution of those who violate the law, while protecting the rights of victims. In furtherance of this mission, this office is committed to investigating all criminal cases with transparency and professionalism. BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION The Mission of the Bureau of Investigations is to work collaboratively with the public, by supporting prosecution efforts, and serving as a liaison between other law enforcement agencies, victims of crime, and witnesses. VALUES STATEMENT The stated mission of the Madera County District Attorney's Office is committed to serving the public through truth and justice, through vigorous prosecution, while protecting the rights of victims. In addition to the Mission Statement, Our office is committed to respecting the constitutional rights of every individual we encounter, and treating all with fairness and respect. Our office is committed to seeking the truth in all investigations. We actively respond to the needs of the Office of the District Attorney as related to the investigation function. We strive to gain the confidence and trust of the Prosecutors and Public, by properly applied practices, integrity, and professional competency displayed. We encourage Teamwork from all areas of the Bureau of Investigation. We recognize that diversity is an asset to our organization. We support both personal and professional growth through education and training. We continually evaluate our work performance, so it remains consistent with the needs of the community, the laws, and the Office of the District Attorney. LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all to liberty, equality and justice. I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all and will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit to me or to my agency. I will maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed both in my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the law and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty. I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, political beliefs, aspirations, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities. I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of police service. I will never engage in acts of corruption or bribery, nor will I condone such acts by other police officers. I will cooperate with all legally authorized agencies and their representatives in the pursuit of justice. I know that I alone am responsible for my own standard of professional performance and will take every reasonable opportunity to enhance and improve my level of knowledge and competence. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession . . . law enforcement.

Child Abuse / Maltreatment MENU Subpoena Information Victim Services Victim Services FAQs U-Visa & T-Visa Victim's Rights Restitution Information Bulletins Good Cause Child Removal Financial Fraud Bureau of Investigations Assembly Bill 481 Policy & Training Welfare Fraud Child Abuse/Maltreatment Special Prosecution Units Electronic Service CRC 2.251 Useful Links Student Internship Program Citizens Academy DA Office Contact Information Search Results To report suspected Child Abuse/Child Maltreatment in Madera County, call Madera County Protective Services, operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 559-675-7829 or 1-800-801-3999.

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REQUEST FOR RESTITUTION Today's Date: First name Last name Multi-line address Country/Region Address City Zip / Postal code Phone Email DA #: Court #: Incident Date: Defendant: Our records indicated that you might have incurred a loss because of a criminal act committed by the above-named defendant. You have the right to restiution for any financial losses. If the defendant is found responsible and convicted, the judge can order that person to pay you back for any monetary losses or costs from the crime. Please complete this form listing property taken or damaged, lost wages cuased by crime, and/or medical expenses. Return form with documentation of bills, receipts, or if damage has not yet been repaired two written estimates. List only property you believe has not been recovered. Do not list property being temporarily held as evidence by police. NOTE: all losses requesting restitution must be accompanied by written documentation to substantiate a loss. Items submitted without documentaitno cannot be considered. Single choice List of losses or injuries (include dollar amount): Enter Amount: Insurance Claim Filed: Multi choice Yes No Claim #: Victims of Crime program claim filed: Multi choice Yes No Claim #: I declare, under penalty of perjury, the foregoing is true and correct. * Submit