Status of Marsy's Law in Utah
A state Constitutional Amendment for Victims’ Rights was passed in November, 1994. The Amendment was passed by 68% of the voters.
- To learn more about your rights in Utah, 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), Utah Experienced 7,071 Violent Crimes In 2015.
- In 2015, There Were 54 Murders And Nonnegligent Manslaughters.
- In 2015 There Were 1,645 Rapes.
- In 2015 There Were 1,326 Robberies.
- In 2015 There Were 4,046 Aggravated Assaults.
Source: 2015 Crime In The United States, State Totals, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Website, 9/26/16
Resources in Utah
Utah Domestic Violence Council
Utah Department Of Corrections’ Victims Services
Utah Office Of Crime Victim Reparations
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.