“This governor has been usurping the law for years with his moratorium, and in doing so pouring salt in the wounds of victims. Now he wants to enforce just bits and pieces of the very same law he’s been defying. It’s disgusting.” ~Nina Salarno Besselman, President Crime Victims United

“This governor has been usurping the law for years with his moratorium, and in doing so pouring salt in the wounds of victims. Now he wants to enforce just bits and pieces of the very same law he’s been defying. It’s disgusting.” ~Nina Salarno Besselman, President Crime Victims United

“This governor has been usurping the law for years with his moratorium, and in doing so pouring salt in the wounds of victims. Now he wants to enforce just bits and pieces of the very same law he’s been defying. It’s disgusting.” ~Nina Salarno Besselman, President Crime Victims United

If you think there’s no way you’re in an abusive relationship, we strongly encourage you to review this checklist. You might be surprised to discover some unacceptable behavior that’s been going on. Sometimes, abuse can

We are honored to announce our founder, Harriet Salarno, has been awarded the California Bail Agents Association Public Safety Hero of the Year for 2021 for protecting the rights of victims.   Thank you CBAA for

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.

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.

We are grateful to The Samantha Jack Foundation for their generosity and support for Crime Victims United.  We appreciate the amazing financial donation and are very thankful!

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.

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…

This past Friday was the day my sister was murdered 42 years ago – Today, 8 years ago, my dad passed away exactly 34 years to the day we buried my sister.   In reality

We lost you on September 3, 1979 – beloved daughter of Harriet and Mike Salarno, cherished sister to Regina and Nina, and gracious friend to many. Your memory reminds us to never stop fighting for

Congratulations to the winners of the 2021 winners  below! Join us for the 2022 All American Rib Cookoff on August 27, 2022.  Visit AllAmericanRibCookoff.com for more information.  

“Sentencing decisions belong to the courts, not prison bureaucrats.” SACRAMENTO — Crime Victims United of California (CVUC) today announced the group’s new role as co-plaintiff, along with Citizens Against Homicide, in the lawsuit against the

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.

Join us at the 4th Annual All American Rib Cookoff Saturday , August 28th, from 11AM to 5PM. The event will feature over 25 competing teams vying for the bragging rights, title and trophy of