Sussex County CAO Office

Commonwealth's Attorney Regina Sykes

The Sussex  County Commonwealth's Attorney Office is committed to justice for all members of our community. Whether you live, work or visit our County, we ensure justice and provide safety in our community by holding the guilty accountable, protecting the innocent, and preserving the dignity of victims and their families. Our office believes in holding criminals accountable for the harm that is done to a victim and for the harm that is done to our community as a whole. We also understand that each offender is to be viewed as an individual. Serious offenders are prosecuted with the goal of protecting our citizens, punishing the offender and sending a clear message that Sussex County is not a place to commit crimes. This website was created to provide a centralized location for valuable  community resources. We invite you to also visit our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram to view upcoming community events.

2024 at a Glance

January is Sex Trafficking Prevention Month

This is an important time to reflect on the resilience of trafficking survivors and recognize the efforts of those who work tirelessly to prevent and eliminate this inhumane and devastating form of abuse and exploitation.

This month, the Sussex County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office joins with other  state  and federal agencies, community partners, advocates, and individuals to raise awareness of this crime, recognizing that everyone of us can play an important role in the fight against human trafficking.

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January is Stalking Awareness Month

January is Stalking Awareness Month. It is critical that we raise awareness about the violating nature of stalking and its warning signs. Stalking often occurs in many different forms, including making repeated unsolicited phone calls, sending unwanted letters or other items, and following victims or showing up at their workplaces or homes. COVID-19 restrictions created new vulnerabilities for victims of stalking, particularly through online methods and social media. Cyberstalking is another form of threatening behavior including, but not limited to unwarranted e-mails, instant and direct messaging, or liking and commenting on social media posts. The fear, stress, and anxiety that is endured can be debilitating to a person. To learn more, please visit CDC – Stalking:  Know it. Name it. Stop it.

What is Stalking?