Why am I a witness? I didn't see the crime occur.

A witness can encompass many things.  A witness can observe the alleged event.  A witness can be the person who tested a substance, like a blood sample for a DUI case. A witness can also be a person who made a copy of a video of the alleged incident, that person will testify about whether the recording equipment was working properly on the date and time of the alleged incident. 

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1. Can I make an appointment to talk to the Prosecuting Attorney?
2. How do I find out if an offender has been released from prison?
3. I feel that a crime has been committed. How do I press charges? Can I report a crime directly to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office?
4. Is there a warrant out for me?
5. I need child support can you help me?
6. I want a divorce, I want to sue someone, or I want to adopt a child can the Prosecuting Attorney's office help me?
7. I want to file a Civil Lawsuit.
8. Does the Legal Department provide copies of police reports?
9. I want a protection order to keep my husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend or family member away from me. Will the Prosecuting Attorney's office help me?
10. I want a protection order against the person who committed a crime against me. Will the Prosecuting Attorney's office help me?
11. Can I talk to the Prosecuting Attorney? I think that's the person who is working my case.
12. Where do I report for jury duty?
13. I am a victim in a criminal case and I want to drop the charges. Can I do that?
14. Why am I a witness? I didn't see the crime occur.
15. As a witness, do I have to talk in front of the defendant in court?
16. Who will be with me in court?
17. How long will I be at court as a witness?
18. What do I do if I can't attend court as a witness on the date stated in the subpoena?
19. What happens at arraignment?
20. I have a complaint about my attorney, who do I contact?
21. Can I get my warrant quashed?
22. Who is my attorney?
23. Can I just pay my fine(s) and not have a court date?
24. What if I don't show up to my court date?