Victim Witness Assistance Center, Santa Cruz County

05/20/2026

We are asking our community to help support AB 1902 by sending a letter to legislators in support of this important bill inspired by the case of Maddy Middleton.

AB 1902 aims to strengthen protections for victims and communities by improving the process for reviewing dangerous juvenile offenders before release.

Please take a moment to read and share this article and help make your voice heard by sending a letter of support.

Read article here: https://lookout.co/pellerin-authored-bill-inspired-by-murder-of-maddy-middleton-makes-headway-in-legislature/story

Here is a link to submit your letters of support directly: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/supportab1902?source=direct_link

A bill authored by California Assemblymember Gail Pellerin in response to the 2015 murder of Santa Cruz 8-year-old Madyson Middleton passed its first legislative hurdle last week. “This isn’t just about Maddy and Santa Cruz,” her mother told Lookout. “It’s about protecting all of Californi...

05/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Candlelight Vigil last week. Your presence made the evening truly meaningful as we came together to honor and remember those impacted by crime.

Please take a moment to view and share these photos 💜

04/21/2026

This week, in recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, our office has created a memorial table honoring victims whose lives were taken due to crime.

Each name represents a life that was loved, valued, and is deeply missed. We invite our community to take a moment to reflect, remember, and stand with the families and loved ones who continue to carry that loss.

The Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Victim Witness Assistance Program remains committed to supporting victims and advocating for justice.

04/02/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month 💙

This month is about supporting survivors, raising awareness, and standing together as a community.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:
• Monarch Services – Watsonville: (831) 722-4532
• Monarch Services – Santa Cruz: (831) 425-4030
• 24-Hour Crisis Line (DV, Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking): 1-888-900-4232
• National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673)

Ways to show support this month:
• Wear Teal Day – April 7
Wear teal to stand with survivors and help start conversations

• Denim Day – April 29
Wear denim in solidarity with survivors

Your support makes a difference 💙

04/01/2026

The Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Victim Witness Assistance Program invites you to attend a Candlelight Vigil in recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

📅 April 22, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Join us as we come together to honor victims of crime and support our community.