Resolution adds victims' rights to state Constitution
At a subcommittee hearing earlier in the day, lawmakers heard criticism from groups providing victim services. The amendment is vague, “very
Push to Change Iowa Constitution for Victims’ Rights Moves Two Steps Forward
...Some victims' rights organizations say that while this movement may sound good, it could actually have detrimental effects. "Non
Iowans don’t need Marsy’s law — we need real solutions and social change
We understand that legislators want to help victims — and so do we. But we firmly believe the best way to do this is to work toward continue
OPEN LETTER: Why we oppose "Marsy's Law"
We believe Marsy’s Law is an ineffective response to the needs of Iowa crime victims. Clearly, we stand with legislators who want to help su
Legislators ponder victims’ rights amendment to Iowa Constitution
Lawmakers are still reviewing the proposed amendment and considering alterations before deciding whether it may advance to a committee.The p
Should the Iowa Constitution be amended to aid crime victims?
Proposals to amend the Iowa Constitution to guarantee crime victims' rights have stalled in the Iowa House and Senate amid objections th