Status of Marsy's Law in Washington
A state Constitutional Amendment for Victims’ Rights was passed in November, 1989, with the support of 78% of the voters.
- To learn more about your rights in Washington, 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), Washington Experienced 20,394 Violent Crimes In 2015.
- In 2015, There Were 211 Murders And Nonnegligent Manslaughters.
- In 2015 There Were 2,705 Rapes.
- In 2015 There Were 5,449 Robberies.
- In 2015 There Were 12,029 Aggravated Assaults.
Source: 2015 Crime In The United States, State Totals, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Website, 9/26/16
Resources in Washington
Washington State Department Of Labor And Industries’ Help For Crime Victims
Washington Department Of Corrections Victim Services Program
Washington State Crime Victim Compensation Program
Washington Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services (ADWAS)
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Washington State Native American Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Assault
Washington Coalition Of Crime Victim Advocates (WCCVA)
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.