STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – If you are a victim of a crime, it can often feel lonely.

In some cases, it can be challenging to speak up.

Victims’ testimonies can make an impact in court, from speeding up the criminal judicial process to getting closure for families.

Tina Rogers is the Victims’ Assistance Director for the 16th District Court District Attorney’s Office.

“When a crime is committed against someone, it’s not just against that one person, it’s against the community,” said Rogers.

She supports victims and their families throughout the judicial process.

One way she helps those families achieve justice is by encouraging them to speak up.

“It is very important for victims to cooperate because usually if a person has committed a crime and it’s against someone, we need that victi

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