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“Marsy’s Law for Florida today thanks the Florida Highway Patrol for their effort and commitment to protect victims’ right to privacy by ensuring a victims’ personally identifiable information is kept private, in line with Florida’s Constitution. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law for Florida Praises Florida Highway Patrol Policy Change That Would No Longer Share Victims’ Information Without Their Approval
“Purple Light,” a minute-long video released across the country by Marsy’s Law for All, serves as a reminder that the organization’s fight for equal rights for crime victims continues in the midst of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law video “Purple Light” reminds public that victims’ struggle continues during pandemic
This year, recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 19 – 25, is more important than ever as victims face additional hurdles safeguarding their rights as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Celebrations of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week More Important Than Ever During COVID-19 Pandemic
Marsy’s Law for Florida today sent letters to each of Florida’s 67 sheriffs asking them to continue prioritizing their constitutional duty to notify crime victims of the impending release of inmates while taking any measures to address the potential spread of COVID-19. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law for Florida Calls on Sheriffs to Notify Victims of Inmates’ Release in Midst of COVID Outbreak
“While social distancing is incredibly important as a means to help limit the spread of COVID-19, unfortunately, this period of isolation is often used by abusers to further exert control and power over their victims. [Read more…] about Statement by Marsy’s Law for Florida
“Marsy’s Law for Florida applauds Tallahassee Interim Police Chief Steve Outlaw and the Tallahassee Police Department on its recent decision to provide the community with additional information regarding area crimes and current investigations without compromising the confidentiality rights of crime victims. [Read more…] about Statement by Paul Hawkes, Counsel for Marsy’s Law for Florida
A recent Lakeland Ledger article gives the impression that Florida Clerks of Court are proposing changes to Marsy’s Law for Florida. [Read more…] about Clerks Propose Rule to Assist with Marsy’s Law for Florida Implementation
One year ago today, Floridians overwhelmingly voted in favor of Amendment 6, more commonly known as Marsy’s Law for Florida, and enshrined in the state constitution a specific set of clear, enforceable rights and protections for crime victims. [Read more…] about One Year After Passage, Marsy’s Law for Florida Remains Focused on Rights for Crime Victims
Representatives and advocates of Marsy’s Law for Florida today participated in the Florida Bar’s Rules of Judicial Administration Committee meeting to voice their support for a proposed rule offered by Florida’s Clerks of Court that would enable the clerks to review case file information and redact crime victims’ confidential information after they have invoked Marsy’s Law for Florida victims’ rights. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law for Florida Supports Clerks of Court Proposed Rule Protecting Victims’ Confidential Information
Marsy’s Law for Florida has filed a petition for a Writ of Prohibition with the First District Court of Appeal on behalf of a Washington County child who was sexually assaulted by a juvenile. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law for Florida Takes Legal Action in Support of Child Crime Victim’s Constitutional Rights
