Status of Marsy's Law in Nebraska
A state Constitutional Amendment for Victims’ Rights was passed in May, 1997, with the support of 78% of the voters.
- To learn more about your rights in Nebraska, please visit the National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI) by clicking here.
Violent Crime In Your State: Did You Know?
According To Recently Released Statistics By The Federal Bureau Of Investigation (FBI), Nebraska Experienced 5,212 Violent Crimes In 2015.
- In 2015, There Were 62 Murders And Nonnegligent Manslaughters.
- In 2015 There Were 873 Rapes.
- In 2015 There Were 994 Robberies.
- In 2015 There Were 3,283 Aggravated Assaults.
Source: 2015 Crime In The United States, State Totals, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Website, 9/26/16
Resources in Nebraska
Nebraska Commission On Law Enforcement And Criminal Justice Crime Victim Services
Nebraska Department Of Corrections’ Victims Services
Marsy’s Law is named after Marsalee “Marsy” Nicholas. Marsy was stalked and killed by her ex-boyfriend in 1983.
Dr. Nicholas has made it his mission to give victims and their families across the country constitutional protections.