Our latest video podcast: Sacramento DA Anne Marie Shubert
Our latest video podcast features a conversation with Sacramento DA Anne Marie Schubert who is best known for the successful investigation, arrest and conviction of the Golden State Killer. Nina and Anne talk Early release, zero bail, and DNA evidence.
CVUC President Nina Salarno Besselman Speaks Out On Al Capone Auction On CBS Mornings
Tune in to CBS mornings for crime victims' response to the Capone family's decision to auction off the belongings of one of the world's most violent and notorious gangsters."Profiting from the notoriety and wealth of a ruthless mobster is an afront to his victims, their surviving family members, and the criminal justice system itself," said Salarno Besselman.
Long-Time Victims Advocate Harriet Salarno Receives Paul H. Chapman Gold Medal Award
Crime Victims United (CVU) is honored to announce that its founder, Harriet Salarno, has been chosen to receive the prestigious Paul H. Chapman Gold Medal Award from the Foundation for Improvement of Justice, which encourages improvement in crime victims' rights — and other public safety efforts — by recognizing and rewarding accomplishments and innovations.
Tibbitts Bee Letter to Editor
This article raises a red flag about the sickening disregard so-called “progressive” legislators like Sen. Bob Hertzberg have for crime victims. Hertzberg explained that he pulled his irresponsible bail bill from this...
Outrage Over Newsom Parole Of Killer
Crime Victims United of California (CVUC) today expressed its outrage that Governor Newsom allowed the release of convicted murderer David Weidert, who lured a mentally disabled man to a remote location, forced him to dig his own grave, beat him with a baseball bat and shovel, stabbed him, choked him with a telephone wire, and then buried him alive, where he ultimately suffocated to death.
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (TDVAM). This is an issue that impacts everyone – not just teens – but their parents, teachers, friends and communities as well. Together, we can raise the nation's awareness about teen dating violence and promote safe, healthy relationships.
Victims Stand By Deputies, Families
Crime Victims United of California (CVUC) today issued the following statement in response to the tragic death and wounding of Sacramento County Sheriffs' Deputies during a shootout with a suspect at CalExpo last night:...

