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A Closer Look at Marsy's Law in South Dakota with Sara Krekelberg

Posted on Supporters’ Stories by Jaspreet Singh · May 17, 2021 6:37 AM

Sara KrekelbergSara Krekelberg joined The Compass Center in June 2014 as a victim advocate. In 2020, she moved into the role of advocacy coordinator. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in sociology in 2012. Her past experience includes working with at-risk children and families. Sara enjoys being involved in many volunteer organizations and is committed to helping those in need through victim advocacy.

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Amid COVID-19, Marsy’s Law for South Dakota to Recognize Champions of Victims’ Rights

Posted on Latest News by Jaspreet Singh · June 17, 2020 7:05 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

CONTACT:

Nick Klitzing, K2 & Co.

618-322-1514, [email protected]

Justin Giorgio, K2 & Co.

610-506-3927, [email protected]

 

The COVID-19 Crisis has created unprecedented challenges for Victim’s Rights advocates, and Marsy’s Law is distributing Challenge Coins to recognize them

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Marsy’s Law for South Dakota Commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 19-25)

Posted on Latest News by Jaspreet Singh · April 20, 2020 9:20 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monday, April 20, 2020

CONTACT: 

Nick Klitzing, K2 & Co.

618-322-1514, [email protected]

 

Amid the COVID-19 crisis, victims need support now more than ever

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Marsy’s Law for South Dakota Calls on Sheriffs to Notify Victims of Inmates’ Release in Midst of COVID-19 Outbreak

Posted on Latest News by Jaspreet Singh · April 07, 2020 12:26 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 7, 2020

CONTACT:

Nick Klitzing, K2 & Co.

618-322-1514, [email protected]

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Share Your Story

Posted on Action Center by Jaspreet Singh · March 24, 2020 11:18 AM

Have you exercised your Marsy's Law rights as a victim of crime in South Dakota? Please share your story to help support equal crime victims' rights. You can learn more about your rights here.

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Marsy’s Law for South Dakota Urges Officials To Prioritize Victims’ Rights in Midst of COVID-19 Outbreak

Posted on Latest News by Jaspreet Singh · March 23, 2020 1:16 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monday, March 23, 2020

CONTACT:

Nick Klitzing, K2 & Co.

618-322-1514, [email protected]

 

Marsy’s Law denounces ACLU’s call to commute sentences and release prisoners without consideration for victims’ rights

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Marsy’s Law passes overwhelmingly in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana

Posted on Latest News by Breeanne Howard · November 08, 2016 6:14 PM

For Immediate Release


November 8, 2016
Contact: Gail Gitcho
[email protected]

 

BOZEMAN, MT – Marsy’s Law For All announced tonight that Marsy’s Law has been passed overwhelmingly in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana. Crime victims in these states now have rights that are protected by their respective state constitutions. These states join California and Illinois, that have passed Marsy’s Law, which provides for a Constitutional Bill of Rights to counterbalance the rights of the accused or convicted in the criminal justice system.

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Reliving The Crime – Angela’s Story

Posted on Victims’ Voices by Jaspreet Singh · September 29, 2016 9:29 AM

Angela was married to a man from 1989 to 1992 who controlled her every move. The abuse began before marriage and continued after divorce. She was tortured both physically and mentally. Her physical scars have since healed but the emotional ones will probably always be with her. Angela was eventually able to gain her freedom, however, her abuser’s next victim was not so lucky.

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When A Victim Isn’t Considered A Victim – Jessica’s Story

Posted on Victims’ Voices by Jaspreet Singh · September 26, 2016 9:35 AM

Jessica grew up in a very small South Dakota town where she was sexually abused throughout her childhood. She was also a victim of human trafficking. After charges were filed, Jessica’s privacy was violated when the judicial system disclosed information about her identity even though she was a juvenile. She was the only 15-year-old girl in the town where she lived and where everybody knew each other. Once her privacy was shattered, she was harassed to the point where she became suicidal. Marsy’s Law, Amendment S, would have given Jessica a constitutional right to privacy that would have helped protect her.

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The Need For Notification – Andrea Royer’s Story

Posted on Victims’ Voices by Jaspreet Singh · September 14, 2016 9:39 AM

Four years ago, Andrea was raped. She reported the crime to the police and went to the hospital for care. Thereafter, she was never informed of the status of her case. She was never told if her rapist was released from jail or even arrested. A short time later, during a trip to the grocery store, she came face-to-face with her rapist. Andrea had to relive her victimization. 

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