SCR 118: Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
- Session Year: 2017-2018
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2018-05-01
This measure would recognize the week of April 8, 2018, to April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California.
This measure would recognize the week of April 8, 2018, to April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California.
This measure would recognize the week of April 8 to April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California.
WHEREAS, Violent crime continues to exist in California, and crime in one part of the state, or crime against one person, affects our entire sense of well-being; and
WHEREAS, All Californians are affected by crime, not just the victims of violent crime; and
WHEREAS, The most effective aid that can be provided to victims of crime is to prevent crime from happening in the first place; and
WHEREAS, Since 1981, National Crime Victims Rights Week has raised awareness of the special needs of crime victims; and
WHEREAS, This year, the theme for this week is Expand the Circle: Reach All Victims; and
WHEREAS, The 2018 theme for National Crime Victims Rights Week emphasizes the importance of inclusion in victim services; and
WHEREAS, 2018 is a landmark year for crime victims and survivors, as well as those who serve them; and
WHEREAS, The respect for and protection of victims rights within the legal process is one of the most critical components of an effective criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, Victims and witnesses of crime require special attention to ensure that they are thoroughly informed about, and effectively participate in, the criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, To the maximum extent allowed by law, victims of violent crime should receive compensation for their losses; and
WHEREAS, Each day thousands of victims and witnesses receive assistance from victim support organizations, victim-witness assistance centers, private service providers, and state and local governments; and
WHEREAS, The criminal justice system in this state must persist in its effort to better coordinate and improve the quality of services provided to victims and witnesses; and
WHEREAS, California has been an innovator in the victims rights movement, establishing the first crime victim compensation program in the nation in 1965; Womens Advocates and Haven House in Pasadena established the first shelters for battered women in the nation in 1976; and Mothers Against Drunk Driving was founded in 1980 with the establishment of a chapter in Sacramento; and
WHEREAS, California citizens enshrined victims rights in the California Constitution in 1982 through the passage of Proposition 8, the Victims Bill of Rights; and
WHEREAS, California citizens reaffirmed and afforded additional rights to victims in the California Constitution and in California law in 2008 through the passage of Proposition 9, the Victims Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsys Law; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week focuses on the problems confronting victims of crime and the services available to support these victims; and
WHEREAS, The remembrances observed during National Crime Victims Rights Week promote awareness of victims issues and acknowledge the combined efforts of citizens, the government, and the criminal justice system to improve victims services in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of April 8, 2018, through April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Violent crime continues to exist in California, and crime in one part of the state, or crime against one person, affects our entire sense of well-being; and
WHEREAS, All Californians are affected by crime, not just the victims of violent crime; and
WHEREAS, The most effective aid that can be provided to victims of crime is to prevent crime from happening in the first place; and
WHEREAS, Since 1981, National Crime Victims Rights Week has raised awareness of the special needs of crime victims; and
WHEREAS, This year, the theme for this week is Expand the Circle: Reach All Victims; and
WHEREAS, The 2018 theme for National Crime Victims Rights Week emphasizes the importance of inclusion in victim services; and
WHEREAS, 2018 is a landmark year for crime victims and survivors, as well as those who serve them; and
WHEREAS, The respect for and protection of victims rights within the legal process is one of the most critical components of an effective criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, Victims and witnesses of crime require special attention to ensure that they are thoroughly informed about, and effectively participate in, the criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, To the maximum extent allowed by law, victims of violent crime should receive compensation for their losses; and
WHEREAS, Each day thousands of victims and witnesses receive assistance from victim support organizations, victim-witness assistance centers, private service providers, and state and local governments; and
WHEREAS, The criminal justice system in this state must persist in its effort to better coordinate and improve the quality of services provided to victims and witnesses; and
WHEREAS, California has been an innovator in the victims rights movement, establishing the first crime victim compensation program in the nation in 1965; Womens Advocates and Haven House in Pasadena established the first shelters for battered women in the nation in 1976; and Mothers Against Drunk Driving was founded in 1980 with the establishment of a chapter in Sacramento; and
WHEREAS, California citizens enshrined victims rights in the California Constitution in 1982 through the passage of Proposition 8, the Victims Bill of Rights; and
WHEREAS, California citizens reaffirmed and afforded additional rights to victims in the California Constitution and in California law in 2008 through the passage of Proposition 9, the Victims Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsys Law; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week focuses on the problems confronting victims of crime and the services available to support these victims; and
WHEREAS, The remembrances observed during National Crime Victims Rights Week promote awareness of victims issues and acknowledge the combined efforts of citizens, the government, and the criminal justice system to improve victims services in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of April 8, 2018, through April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Violent crime continues to exist in California, and crime in one part of the state, or crime against one person, affects our entire sense of well-being; and
WHEREAS, All Californians are affected by crime, not just the victims of violent crime; and
WHEREAS, The most effective aid that can be provided to victims of crime is to prevent crime from happening in the first place; and
WHEREAS, Since 1981, National Crime Victims Rights Week has raised awareness of the special needs of crime victims; and
WHEREAS, This year, the theme for this week is Expand the Circle: Reach All Victims; and
WHEREAS, The 2018 theme for National Crime Victims Rights Week emphasizes the importance of inclusion in victim services; and
WHEREAS, 2018 is a landmark year for crime victims and survivors, as well as those who serve them; and
WHEREAS, The respect for and protection of victims rights within the legal process is one of the most critical components of an effective criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, Victims and witnesses of crime require special attention to ensure that they are thoroughly informed about, and effectively participate in, the criminal justice system; and
WHEREAS, To the maximum extent allowed by law, victims of violent crime should receive compensation for their losses; and
WHEREAS, Each day thousands of victims and witnesses receive assistance from victim support organizations, victim-witness assistance centers, private service providers, and state and local governments; and
WHEREAS, The criminal justice system in this state must persist in its effort to better coordinate and improve the quality of services provided to victims and witnesses; and
WHEREAS, California has been an innovator in the victims rights movement, establishing the first crime victim compensation program in the nation in 1965; Womens Advocates and Haven House in Pasadena established the first shelters for battered women in the nation in 1976; and Mothers Against Drunk Driving was founded in 1980 with the establishment of a chapter in Sacramento; and
WHEREAS, California citizens enshrined victims rights in the California Constitution in 1982 through the passage of Proposition 8, the Victims Bill of Rights; and
WHEREAS, California citizens reaffirmed and afforded additional rights to victims in the California Constitution and in California law in 2008 through the passage of Proposition 9, the Victims Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsys Law; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week focuses on the problems confronting victims of crime and the services available to support these victims; and
WHEREAS, The remembrances observed during National Crime Victims Rights Week promote awareness of victims issues and acknowledge the combined efforts of citizens, the government, and the criminal justice system to improve victims services in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of April 8, 2018, through April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims Rights Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| May 1, 2018 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 55, Statutes of 2018. |
| May 1, 2018 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3:30 p.m. |
| Apr 26, 2018 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Apr 26, 2018 | Read. Adopted. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Apr 23, 2018 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to consent calendar. (Ayes 8. Noes 0.) (April 23). |
| Apr 16, 2018 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Apr 12, 2018 | In Assembly. Held at Desk. |
| Apr 12, 2018 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 38. Noes 0.) Ordered to the Assembly. |
| Apr 4, 2018 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Mar 15, 2018 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
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Date
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| Apr 26, 2018 | SCR 118 Newman Consent Calendar Second Day Regular Session | Assembly Floor |
Passed |
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| Apr 23, 2018 | Be adopted. To Consent Calendar. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
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| Apr 12, 2018 | Senate 3rd Reading SCR118 Newman | Senate Floor |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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Organization
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Position
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| Citizens For Law And Order | ** Support | Apr 20, 2018 |
| Crime Victims Action Alliance | ** Support | Apr 20, 2018 |
Date of Hearing: April 23, 2018
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON
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Author:() – As Ver:March 15, 2018
SENATE VOTE: 38-0
SUBJECT:
SUMMARY: Recognizes the week of April 8 to April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in California. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Since 1981, National Crime Victims' Rights Week has raised awareness of the special needs of crime victims and the services available to support these victims. This year’s theme is "Expand the Circle: Reach All Victims."
- California has been an innovator in the victims' rights movement, establishing the first crime victim compensation program in the nation in 1965; Women's Advocates and Haven House in Pasadena established the first shelters for battered women in the nation in 1976; and Mothers Against Drunk Driving was founded in 1980 with the establishment of a chapter in Sacramento.
- California citizens protected victims' rights in 1982 through the passage of Proposition 8, the Victims' Bill of Rights; and California citizens reaffirmed and afforded additional rights to victims in 2008 through the passage of Proposition 9, the Victims' Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsy's Law.
- The respect for and protection of victims' rights within the legal process is one of the most critical components of an effective criminal justice system; and the criminal justice system in this state must persist in its effort to better coordinate and improve the quality of services provided to victims and witnesses.
- Each day thousands of victims and witnesses receive assistance from victim support organizations, victim-witness assistance centers, private service providers, and state and local governments.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
Citizens for Law and Order
Crime Victims Action Alliance
Opposition
None
Analysis Prepared by:
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THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 118
Introduced: 3/15/18
SUBJECT: Crime Victims’ Rights Week
SOURCE: Citizens for Law and Order
Crime Victims Action Alliance
DIGEST:
This resolution recognizes the week of April 8 to April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in California.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Violent crime continues to exist in California, and crime in one part of the state, or crime against one person, affects our entire sense of well-being.
- The most effective aid that can be provided to victims of crime is to prevent crime from happening in the first place.
- Since 1981, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week has raised awareness of the special needs of crime victims.
- This year, the theme for this week is “Expand the Circle: Reach All Victims” which emphasizes the importance of inclusion in victim services.
- The respect for and protection of victims’ rights within the legal process is one of the most critical components of an effective criminal justice system. Victims and witnesses of crime require special attention to ensure that they are thoroughly informed about, and effectively participate in, the criminal justice system.
- To the maximum extent allowed by law, victims of violent crime should receive compensation for their losses.
- Each day thousands of victims and witnesses receive assistance from victim support organizations, victim-witness assistance centers, private service providers, and state and local governments.
- The remembrances observed during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week promote awareness of victims’ issues and acknowledge the combined efforts of citizens, the government, and the criminal justice system to improve victims’ services in California.
This resolution recognizes the week of April 8, 2018, through April 14, 2018, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in California.
Related/Prior Legislation
ACR 39 (Cooper, Resolution Chapter 38, Statutes of 2017) recognized the week of April 2 to April 8, 2017, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in California.
SCR 44 (Nielsen, Resolution Chapter 58, Statutes of 2015) declared the week of April 19, 2015, to April 25, 2015, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
ACR 55 (Irwin, Resolution Chapter 47, Statutes of 2015) recognized the week of April 19 to April 25, 2015, inclusive, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in California.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
Citizens for Law and Order (co-source)
Crime Victims Action Alliance (co-source)
None received
Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520
4/4/18 15:18:51
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