NCVLI participated in this proceeding as amicus curiae in support of the victim's petition, arguing to protect the victim's right to be heard regarding the admissibility of her private information—whether through counsel or on her own behalf—at Military Rules of Evidence 412 and 513 hearings.  NCVLI has also filed an amicus brief in support of the victim's petition challenging the decisions of the military judge and the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals, which is now pending before the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.

2014: The Year One Million Rise for Victims’ Rights! NCVLI has the resources to help you learn about, talk about, and demand victims’ rights. Click on the image below to learn about the resources available and actions you can take to support victims and advance victims’ rights in the year ahead! 

NCVLI’s Executive Director Meg Garvin will be presenting Enforcing Victims’ Rights – It starts with a SART at the Sixth National Sexual Assault Response Team Training Conference in Austin, Texas. Click here for more information.

Join the National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI) and our partner clinic the Oregon Crime Victim Law Center (OCVLC) at an Open House on September 1st to learn how you can help victims of crime.   NCVLI and OCVLC offer many volunteer opportunities for attorneys, advocates, and community members.  This is a great chance for everyone to network and to learn how to get involved!  Learn more or RSVP here.  

NCVLI’s annual Crime Victim Law Conference, now in its 12th year, continues to be the only conference in the country focusing on rights enforcement in criminal cases, which is a critical but often overlooked component of holistic victim services.  The Conference provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to provide effective legal services to victims of crime. The Conference will take place June 7-8, 2013 in Portland, Oregon.