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South Carolina v. Gathers, 490 U.S. 805 (1989), was a United States Supreme Court case which held that testimony in the form of a victim impact statement is admissible during the sentencing phase of a trial only if it directly relates to the "circumstances of the crime." [1] This case was later overruled by the Supreme Court decision in Payne v.
The Survivors' Bill of Rights Act of 2016 (Pub. L. 114–236 (text)) is a landmark civil rights and victims rights legislation in the United States that establishes, for the first time, statutory rights in federal code for survivors of sexual assault and rape.
Despite a judge’s order that he wear an ankle monitor and remain under house arrest, a motion filed by the South Carolina Victim’s Assistance Network said that Turner “escaped” house ...
On September 23, 2020, the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom signed executive order N-80-20 allowing local health officers and public health officials access to the state's Safe at Home program, due to their being "subject to threats and other harassment, including threats and harassment targeted at their places of residence, which threatens ...
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South Carolina Law Enforcement Division reported an increase in alleged victims of human trafficking from 2022 to 2023. South Carolina Law Enforcement Division reported an increase in alleged ...
Ricky Martin Foundation, an organization with the mission to advocate for the well-being of children around the world; Ride for Refuge, a cycling event that raises awareness and funds for displaced persons, [20] including human trafficking victims [21] Run for Courage, a nonprofit organization that combats human trafficking [22]
The mood was somber as the names of domestic violence victims were read during the 25th Annual Silent Witness Ceremony held at the South Carolina State Capitol complex on Tuesday.