MCRD/ERR, Parris Island Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) is designed to ensure victims and witnesses of crime are treated with fairness and dignity and are afforded their rights throughout the criminal justice process – from the first report of a crime through any period of confinement adjudged by a court-martial.  The Marine Corps VWAP instruction is contained MCO 5800.16 - Vol. 16.

Mykerria N. Johnson is the VICTIM WITNESS LIAISON OFFICER (VWLO) for MCRD/ERR Parris Island and acts as the Commanding Officer, MCRD/ERR Parris Island manager for the Victim-Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) aboard the installation.  In that capacity, Ms. Johnson chairs the VWAP Council, manages and maintains a list of all unit Victim Witness Assistance Coordinators and other base Victim Witness Representatives, provides liaison with local civilian services for victims of crime and is the central point of contact for the base program.

Pursuant to Marine Corps Directives, each office or agency which provides services to victims and witnesses (see list below) appoints a Victim Witness Assistance Representative and each unit (Battalion level and above) appoints a Victim Witness Assistance Coordinator (VWAC).  The VWAC and other representatives are responsible for that battalion or office’s part of the base VWAP.  Ms. Johnson can be contacted at (843) 228-4095 or mykerria.johnson@usmc.mil.

UNIT VICTIM & WITNESS ASSISTANCE (VWAC) -A unit VWAC is the command’s primary point of contact for victim and witness assistance matters.  In conjunction with the VWLO, VWACs coordinate victim and witness assistance matters within their unit.  Victims and witnesses should not hesitate to contact their unit’s VWAC for more information, assistance, or to help get in contact with victim and witness assistance services.

H&SBn:            (843) 228-1188

RTR:                  (843) 228-4095

1stRTBn:          (843) 228-2572

2ndRTBn:         (843) 228-3115

3rdRTBn:         (843) 228-2461

SptBn:               (843) 228-4095

WpnsBn:          (843) 228-1720

1MCD:               (808) 807-3591

4MCD:               (717) 836-0758

6MCD:               (843) 228-2023

LSST:                 (843) 228-2358

BASE SERVICES FOR VICTIMS AND WITNESSES

The VICTIM LEGAL COUNSEL (VLC) for MCRD/ERR Parris Island assist victims to understand legal options available to them under the Military Justice System.  The VLC is located in Bldg. 400 (LSST) and can be reached at (843) 228-3206.

The LEGAL ASSISTANCE OFFICE is located in building 400 (LSST), aboard MCRD Parris Island.  They assist with family matters such as divorce and child support and can provide a referral to civilian attorneys when needed.  Please call (843) 228-2559/2925 to schedule an appointment.

The MILITARY JUSTICE OFFICE is located in building 400 (LSST) aboard MCRD Parris Island.  They provide support to MCRD/ERR Parris Island by prosecuting Marines and sailors in general, special, and summary courts-martial.  Rights and services afforded by the military justice office to victims and witnesses during the criminal trial process include:  the right to be present at all public court proceedings, the right to be contacted about the proposed dismissal of any and all charges, the right to be consulted on decisions not to prosecute, the right to be contacted regarding the proposed terms of any negotiated plea deal, and the right to be notified of the acceptance of a guilty plea, or any conviction, sentencing and imprisonment of the accused.

(843) 228-4927

MCRD/ ERR Parris Island Criminal Investigation and Law Enforcement-NCIS, CID and PMO provide investigative services for criminal offenses.  Criminal investigators and law enforcement personnel are responsible for providing victims and witnesses of crimes with the initial information under the VWAP and ensuring they have points of contact for all available services and assistance under the VWAP.

NICS:  (843)228-1127

PMO/CID:  (843) 228-6984

VICTIM ADVOCACY SUPPORT PROGAM responds to sexual assault and domestic violence incidences 24/7 by providing supportive and advocacy services for the victim.  For more information and assistance, please call (843) 228-6126/7093 or bfrt_fap@usmc.mil.

Victim Advocate 24/7 Support: (843)592-0646

Domestic Violence Hotline: (800)799-7233

SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR (SARC) coordinates all the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) activities aboard MCRD/ERR Parris Island and is a point of contact for victims of sexual assault.

MCRD PI SARC: (843) 228-4173

ERR SARC: (843) 228-3744

SAPR 24/7 Support Line: (843) 228-3599

DOD Safe Helpline: (877) 995-5247

CHAPLAIN-MCRD/ERR Parris Island’s chaplains offer counseling, religious ministries and related services to victims and witnesses upon request.  (843) 228-3533 or (843) 228-3712 (after hours).

MILITARY CORRECTION FACILITIES (Brig) houses inmates before, during, and after trial.  An accused male service member placed in pretrial confinement or sentenced to less than 15 years is normally housed at Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston.  A female service member who is placed in pretrial confinement is housed at the Beaufort County Detention Center.  A post-conviction female inmate or male inmate convicted of a sex crime will be housed at MCAS Miramar.  A male inmate serving more than 15 years will be housed at Leavenworth. 

Charleston Brig:  (843) 743-0306

Miramar Brig:  (858) 577-7069

Leavenworth:  (913) 682-8700

Beaufort County Detention Center:  (843) 470-5715

MEDICAL - Naval Hospital Beaufort provides medical services for military personnel and dependents.  Appointment Line:  (843) 228-5175

LOCAL CIVILIAN SERVICES

Hopeful Horizons - Family Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Advocacy  (843) 521-2256 or https://www.hopefulhorizons.org/.

Beaufort County Department of Social Services: (843) 255-6081

Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA): (843) 524-4350

Beaufort City Victim Advocate: (843) 322-7949/7939

Beaufort County Victim Advocate: (843) 255-3410/3420

Port Royal Victim Advocate: (843) 986-2212