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.
A Personal Message from Nina Salarno Besselman
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 miss you Catina
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
All American Rib Cookoff
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.
Crime Victims United Joins Lawsuit To Stop CDR’s Early Release Of 76,000 Dangerous Inmates
“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
All American Rib Cookoff
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
Support $4 million to the SAES Grant Program
The Honorable Gavin Newsom Governor, State of California State Capitol Sacramento, CA 95814 RE: Support – $4 million to the Sexual Assault Evidence Submission Grant Program Dear Governor Newsom, We, the undersigned organizations, urge you
AB 1281 (Rubio) – Support
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety June 15, 2021 The Honorable Steven BradfordSenate Public Safety Committee, Chair1020 N Street, Room 2031Sacramento, California 95814 RE: Assembly Bill 1281 (Rubio) — Support Dear
SB 519 (Wieber) – Oppose
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety June 14, 2021 The Honorable Jim Wood, ChairmanAssembly Health CommitteeCalifornia State AssemblyState CapitolSacramento, CA 95814 RE: Senate Bill 519 (Wieber) – Opposition Dear Chairman Wood,
Crime Victims Condemn Hateful Online “Merch”
“We call on those who have produced or bought them to think about whether their actions are helping or hurting the fabric of our communities” SACRAMENTO — Crime Victims United of California (CVUC) today joined
SB 481 (Durazo) – Oppose
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety May 27, 2021 The Honorable Maria DurazoCalifornia State SenateState Capitol, Room 2032Sacramento, CA 95814 RE: Senate Bill 481 (Durazo) – Opposition Dear Senator Durazo: Crime
AB 812 (Garcia, Cristina) – Support
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety May 18, 2021 Assemblywoman Cristina GarciaState Capitol, Room 2013Sacramento, CA 95814 RE: ASSEMBLY BILL 812 (GARCIA, Cristina) – SUPPORT Dear Assemblywoman Garcia: On behalf of Crime
SB 262 (Hertzberg) – Oppose
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety March 17, 2021 Senator Robert M. HertzbergCalifornia State Senate State Capitol BuildingSacramento, CA 95814 RE: Senate Bill 262 (Hertzberg) —Opposition Dear Senator Hertzberg, Crime Victims
Sacramento DA Anne Marie Schubert announces she’s running for state attorney general
THE SACRAMENTO BEE / BY MARCOS BRETÓN / APRIL 26, 2021 Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert announced Monday that she is running for attorney general of California. Schubert will challenge incumbent Rob Bonta,
Crime Victims Rights Rally
CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS RALLY Honoring Victims of Crime Wednesday, April 21, 2021 @ 4:30p.m. Historic Courthouse 101 Maple Street, Auburn, CA Honorary Guest Speakers Benediction – Pastor CraigSenator Jim NielsenAssemblymember Frank BigelowAssemblymember Kevin
AB 611 (Quirk-Silva) – Support
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety April 6, 2021 Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-SilvaState CapitolRoom 6012Sacramento, CA 95814 RE: Assembly Bill 611 (Quirk-Silva) – Support Dear Assemblymember Quirk-Silva, Crime Victims United is proud
SB 445 (Jones) – Support
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety April 2, 2021 Senator Steven BradfordChair, Senate Public Safety CommitteeState Capitol, Room 2031Sacramento, California 95814 RE: Senate Bill 445 (Jones) – SUPPORT Dear Senator Bradford,
2021 Legislation
California Bills CVU SUPPORTS – AB 18 Crime Victims United is pleased to lend strong support to AB 18. We applaud the author for his diligence in assisting victims of sexual assault to be able to
AB 341 (Signature Request) – Support
CRIME VICTIMS UNITEDThe Voice for Victims and Public Safety June 28, 2021, The Honorable Gavin NewsomGovernor, State of CaliforniaState Capitol, First FloorSacramento, CA 95814 RE: ASSEMBLY BILL 341 (Boerner Horvath) – SIGNATURE REQUEST Dear