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