Marsy's Law for All

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

"At its core, Marsy’s Law is about protecting victims and ensuring their voices are heard. But it’s also about something bigger: creating a justice system that helps prevent future harm by empowering those most affected."

Voters will consider a constitutional amendment in 2026.

08/06/2026

Crime can impact anyone, and justice should include everyone. Marsy’s Law helps ensure crime victims have the right to be informed, present, and heard because your rights shouldn't depend on your zip code.

Support Marsy’s Law to help provide an equal voice for crime victims through meaningful and enforceable constitutional rights.

08/04/2026

📢 Your voice matters.

Have you used Marsy’s Law to assert your rights as a victim of crime? Your story could help someone else feel seen, supported, and empowered. If you’re willing to share, we’d be honored to hear from you.

Share your experience with Marsy's Law to highlight the importance of victims' rights and inspire others to advocate for victims' rights across the nation.

07/30/2026

A South Dakota Supreme Court decision reinforced an important principle: crime victims have constitutional rights that must be taken seriously. In this case, the court protected a victim’s privacy by rejecting an overly broad request for personal journals, affirming that victims have the right to challenge decisions and enforce their rights in court.

This is exactly why Marsy’s Law matters. It ensures victims are not treated as bystanders, but as participants with meaningful, enforceable rights. Read more below.

The case involved interpretation of the state’s constitutional amendment providing crime victims’ rights akin to those of criminal defendants.

07/22/2026

Being a crime victim doesn't mean losing your voice. But for too long, the system has treated survivors like bystanders in their own cases: left out of hearings and plea deals, not even notified when a defendant is released. Marsy's Law changes that. It gives victims the constitutional right to be present, to be heard, and to be kept informed every step of the way. Because justice is for all.

Support Marsy’s Law to help provide an equal voice for crime victims through meaningful and enforceable constitutional rights.

07/20/2026

From unimaginable loss came extraordinary purpose: Amanda Copeland founded the Savannah Grace Foundation to honor her daughter’s life by supporting Children’s Advocacy Centers and mental health initiatives across Tennessee.

In this “Why We Do What We Do” interview, Amanda shares why supporting victims and survivors matters so deeply to her family, the work being done in Savannah’s memory, and why she supports stronger protections for crime victims through Marsy's Law for Tennessee.

Watch our meaningful conversation about advocacy, healing, and honoring victims through action.

Amanda Copeland is the founder of the Savannah Grace Foundation, cr...

07/15/2026

Victims’ rights should be clear, meaningful, and enforceable, no matter where someone lives. Resources like NCVLI’s Victim Law Library help clarify which rights are available to crime victims and how to uphold them.

Victims’ rights laws vary widely by state, and understanding those rights is an important step toward enforcing them. NCVLI’s Victim Law Library provides access to legal resources, case law, and state-specific information to help advocates, attorneys, and survivors better understand the rights available to crime victims.

Explore the Victim Law Library and find resources to support victims’ rights enforcement. https://ncvli.org/professional-resources/victim-law-library/

07/09/2026

Roughly 130 million Americans currently live in a state with Marsy's Law constitutional protections. This November, Tennessee voters have the chance to join them. No matter where they live, every survivor deserves to be treated with dignity and informed of their rights. Learn more and get involved!

Marsy’s Law will ensure that victims of crime in Tennessee have the same enforceable rights as the accused and convicted – nothing more, nothing less.