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The Columbus VCIT effort began in June 2004 with a focus on removing crime
guns from the streets .

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These laws can
bring closure to victims and their families, and can prevent additional crimes
from occurring.S.
"Today, thanks to the hard work of dozens of dedicated professionals in
the VCIT program, we closed down a virtual criminal corner store," said Deputy
Attorney General James Comey ."
"The VCIT initiative has had real success here in Columbus," Director
Truscott said.

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Legislators in
several of these states have already contacted Mrs. Truscott, Director of
the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; Gregory G. Lockhart,
United States Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio; James Wahlrab, U.
The investigation is part of a nationwide initiative by federal, state and
local law enforcement agencies to reduce violent crimes in communities through
Violent Crime Impact Teams (VCIT).

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Smith lobbied Congress to enact H.S.

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The legislation authorizes over $750 million to help states pay
for passing the all felons legislation, and to complete DNA casework on
hundreds of thousands of unsolved homicides and rapes.
At least 20 individuals are charged with use of a firearm in a drug
trafficking crime, which carries a penalty of at least five years imprisonment
and up to 25 years for each count, depending on the defendant's prior criminal
record. "We believe that these arrests will have a ripple effect
and reduce the overall crime in the community.

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The individuals are charged with firearm crimes and drug trafficking. Deputy Attorney General James Comey; Carl J."
"We know that more than half the homicides nationally are committed by
someone with a prior record of violent crime," Lockhart said.

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Title II of the bill
was named the Debbie Smith Act in honor of her efforts. Smith to discuss how they
can promote all felons DNA legislation in 2005. Those
arrested will be placed in the custody of the U. The goal of the teams is to identify and
arrest the most violent offenders in the city.

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It can save lives. H-E-A-R-T (Hope Exists After Rape Trauma ) is a
non-profit organization founded by Debbie Smith. All but four
defendants face mandatory minimum sentences of at least five years in federal
custody, if convicted.

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States' Failure to Join Thirty-Eight States With Similar Laws Jeopardizes
Public Safety

WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Debbie Smith, an outspoken rape
survivor and advocate for the use of forensic DNA in investigations, sent a
letter to over 1,000 legislators in twelve states urging them to pass laws
expanding their state DNA database to include all convicted felons.S. Marshals Service and appear
before a U. "This is the largest case ever brought under the
nationwide VCIT program, and it has made the streets of Columbus that much
safer. Attorney's Office
(614) 469-2057 ext 1604

Patrick Berarducci
Senior Special Agent, ATF
(614) 496-4518

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Furthermore, waiting
to pass the law, allows criminals to remain on the street to commit more
crime .
Marshals, and officers of the Ohio Adult Parole Authority today began
arresting 70 people named in 23 indictments returned by a federal grand jury
here.
Marshal, Southern District of Ohio; Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O'Brien;
and Columbus Police Chief James G.
The charges are the result of an investigation by Columbus Police and ATF
agents into drug and violent crimes in west Columbus neighborhoods.

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70 Indicted on Federal Gun Drug Charges

S. Decisions are
made jointly on whether to prosecute a criminal through the state or federal
system, depending on the evidence and on which system could provide the
harsher punishment.

Anyone who suffers emotional or physical injuries or who dies as a result of a crime.

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In her letter to legislators, Mrs. Roundup part of effort to combat violent crime in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Teams of Columbus Police officers ,
agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Deputy U.

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U. Magistrate Judge for their initial appearance on the charges. "We want to
focus on keeping guns out of the hands of violent or repeat offenders as a way
to make our communities safer.
An indictment is merely an accusation.

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If you wait any longer, your state will unnecessarily
allow rapes, homicides and other crimes to go unsolved."
"The cooperation demonstrated between these agencies is encouraging ,"
Chief Jackson said.

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Some of the charges carry a potential term of life imprisonment.
That 's 443 firearms out of the hands of criminals and no longer a threat to
this community.

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Smith pleads , "In the name of crime
victims throughout your state please introduce and pass the all felons DNA
database legislation. The mission of H-E-A-R-T is
to provide HOPE for victims of sexual assault through the provision of
essential and therapeutic support, by affecting positive change in laws
influencing their lives, and by educating both the public and professionals
commissioned to serve victims."
In Columbus, the Columbus Division of Police and the Franklin County
Prosecutor are leading this initiative for local agencies in the area.

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Debbie Smith Petitions Twelve States to Pass Laws Requiring DNA From All Convicted Felons

" The twelve states without such laws
include: Hawaii , Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Nebraska, Nevada, New
Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma , and Vermont. Teams of law enforcement officers, federal and state
prosecutors meet regularly to review cases involving firearms.

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Prior to today's arrests, the team had made more than 450 arrests on state
charges and caught more than 60 fugitives wanted on felony charges.

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Smith declares , "It is simply unacceptable that these
twelve states continue to jeopardize the public safety of their residents
through their failure to act. 5107, the Justice For All
Act of 2004.
Other participating agencies include Franklin County Sheriff Jim Karnes's
Office, the U. All defendants are presumed
innocent until and unless proven guilty in court.

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Speaking
on this issue, Mrs."

About H-E-A-R-T, Inc. Jackson announced the indictments today. "As of March 21, VCIT members have arrested 465 individuals
allegedly involved in criminal incidents, and have recovered 443 firearms .

Contact:
Fred Alverson
U.

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Marshals Service, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification
and Investigation in Attorney General Jim Petro's Office, and the Ohio Adult
Parole Authority.

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To assist states in building their DNA programs to solve and prevent such
crimes, Mrs.
"With this federal money available, states have no excuse for not moving
forward with this vital piece of public safety legislation. Brent Mull or Sherry Mercurio
Columbus Division of Police
(614) 645-4593

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