http://ping.fm/ngVFF - Congressional remarks honoring Roberta Roper - fitting remarks to be read on Independence Day in recognition of a distinguished American

http://ping.fm/0Rblv - Vote "A Chocolate Affair" to support crime victims and also attend on Oct. 20

http://ping.fm/2HMtM - National training on representing crime victims to be held in Baltimore

http://ping.fm/qvexR - Pictures from the 30th Year Anniversary Program

It is with great sadness that MCVRC is announcing the loss of our great friend and colleague, Terinthia Buckner, affectionately known as Tee. Tee passed away last week. Her beautiful spirit made a huge impact on all of here at MCVRC and she will be greatly missed.

Well known in the Victim Services community, Tee was a wonderful colleague dedicated to her clients and the mission of supporting the rights of victims in Maryland. She served her clients with dignity and respect.

Service honoring the life, memory and legacy of Terinthia Buckner will be held this Friday, June 15th. The viewing is from 9:30 - 10:30am with Mass, burial and repast to follow at the St. Bernadine's Catholic Church, 2400 Brooks Drive in Suitland, MD.

http://ping.fm/HrlbM - Testimony of Roberta Roper, Chair of Md. Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. quoted in favorable restitution opinion of appellate court

http://ping.fm/eKWeh - Join MCVRC at the bill signing crime victim and advocate commemorative day legislation (HB 766) and interpreters for crime victims (HB 1148) at the Maryland State House at 10:30 am on May 22nd

http://ping.fm/2kASk - Governor has not announced whether he will sign the crime victim and advocate commemorative day legislation - http://ping.fm/1HPkj on May 22nd.

http://ping.fm/WObqU - Please join us Wednesday May 16th in Bowie from 5 - 8 pm

Wishing all moms a very happy Mother's Day!

http://ping.fm/DkrJV - HB 766 - Crime Victims and Advocates Commemorative Day - Let Gov. O'Malley know you want him to sign the bill - http://ping.fm/7u391

http://ping.fm/UXmrP - The MD criminal injuries compensation program is millions of dollars behind in paying claims.

http://ping.fm/lbecR - MCVRC praises MD effort on child ID theft.

http://ping.fm/Qh7Mx - A worthwhile conference to attend is the June 8 - 9, 2012 crime victims' rights training in Portland, Oregon.

http://ping.fm/IrR0C - Join MCVRC at 2 p.m. at the Statehouse in Annapolis on May 2nd for the Governor's bill signing of SB 453/HB 707 that provides extended time for survivors of criminal homicide victims to sue for wrongful death.

http://ping.fm/hY2wc - Does a criminal case ever end? Endless reviews of convictions and sentences take toll on victims and families!

http://ping.fm/dKXrx - From AG Holder - "In October of last year, OVC joined with the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center to establish the National Identity Theft Victims Assistance Network Project – which provides technical expertise and support to coalitions that improve services to victims of identity theft, including the elderly – many of whom suffer devastating losses and must endure a significant emotional toll."

http://ping.fm/DkBCl - Pictures with MD Governor and legislators, OVC Director, board, and staff

Join us today in College Park at 4:00 pm - http://ping.fm/M0GqL

http://ping.fm/BrzAM - We need you to call MD Senators ASAP to demand enforceable victims' rights!

http://ping.fm/ar9Pp - Read about and hear about the honors to our founders Vince and Roberta Roper.

http://lnkd.in/UjqTKw - For enforceable victims' rights with "adult teeth" call and email the Senators on the Judicial Proceeding Committee ASAP to vote favorable on HB 666!

http://lnkd.in/hsZiRG - Phone or email your State Senator to support of SB 572

http://ping.fm/BNG0a - read about and hear from Roberta Roper and 30 years of seeking justice for crime victims in the aftermath her daughter Stephanie's murder

http://ping.fm/BNG0a - read about and hear from Roberta Roper and 30 years of seeking a justice system in the aftermath her daughter Stephanie's murder

http://ping.fm/bmIbU - United States Constitutional Amendment introduced for crime victims' rights

Senate Bill 572/House Bill 766 to create a Crime Victims and Advocates Commemorative Day has not been voted on in the Senate. Please call Chairman Conway to urge a favorable vote. (410) 841-3145 in Baltimore; (301) 858-3145 in DC Metro area; and 1-800-492-7122, x 3145 in other areas.

http://ping.fm/tIzWl - Your help to needed on crime victim legislation! Contact Senator Carter

http://ping.fm/31Xdd - Should inmates be able to contact their victims from prision?

http://ping.fm/X1o2z - Your support is needed!

http://ping.fm/BPMeB - Check out the March 2012 quarterly newsletter

http://ping.fm/NTJjn - Legislative priorities to be heard on March 6, 2012. Please voice your support to Maryland legislators.

http://ping.fm/Thf54 - Please join us Sunday from 5 - 8 pm at Wendy's in Millersville, MD.

Please remember that Stephanie Roper was murdered on April 3, 1982 and the subsequent efforts that have resulted in rights and services for crime victims by urging Maryland to honor crime victims and advocates. Your help is needed! http://ping.fm/GRx0h

http://ping.fm/vznd8 - Article highlights the need to pass SB 122 to have funds for crime victims compensation.

http://ping.fm/WxOSU - Hearings on MCVRC's priority legislation - SB 369 (Verdicts) and SB 453 (Wongful Death) as well as SB 411 (VINE) on 2/22 - please show your support!

http://ping.fm/CUwW9 - Your calls and emails are needed to urge a yes vote for criminal injuries compensation funding for crime victims. Please call or email now!

http://ping.fm/Q2JKV - Website with details on how MD attorneys can contribute financially

... MD attorneys filing Feb. 15th Pro Bono and IOLTA reports can make an on-line contribution to Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center. www.mdcourts.gov

Calling All Maryland Attorneys! Support MCVRC and its Thirty Years of Commitment to Crime Victims! On- Line Contribution!
Maryland Crime Victim’s Resource Center (MCVRC) is a grass roots nonprofit organization born in Maryland almost thirty years ago. Founded by parents of a crime victim, it has provided ongoing services to all state crime victims through the generous support from public and private supporters. To commemorate our 30th year, you can lend your support.
When you file your Pro Bono and IOLTA reports before the February 15th deadline, you can designate an on line gift to MCVRC. Your donation will make a difference. At present MCVRC has appeals filed in the Court of Special Appeals concerning restitution issues for victims in several counties. MCVRC provides legal representation to victims of all types of crimes including homicide, assault, domestic violence, child victims, identity theft, bullying, kidnapping, and elder crimes. Cuts in both federal and state funding have made support and legal services less available to our client population. Any contribution made to our agency will assist victims with their specific needs.
When filing your reports at www.mdcourts.gov click the link to make an online contribution. Thanks for your commitment to victims of crime who need all the support and commitment we can provide.

Please contact Senators and urge them to vote for SB 122 for funding for crime victims - http://ping.fm/AquMZ

Please contact Senators and urge them to vote for SB 122 for funding for crime crimes - http://ping.fm/AquMZ

http://ping.fm/CgqHj - Please make your reservation now for Sunday's Jan 29th fundraiser as we need a count by Jan 25th.

http://ping.fm/5dy7U - Crime victim legal writing competition for law school students and those who graduated within the last 18 months

http://ping.fm/5x7KH - Funding bill for victims introduced. Legislators need to hear from you on 2/2/12

Recipes needed for our 30th year cookbook. Email them to mcvrcrecipes@gmail.com plus optional 375 characters about MCVRC.

http://ping.fm/WBmqJ - Join us for our Jan 29th Baltimore bullroast fundraiser!

http://ping.fm/NiUmD - We've had to revise our LinkedIn social media. Please connect or reconnect with us.

http://ping.fm/bG7hb - Is a victim's right to safety and privacy at risk?

The Maryland General Assembly's 430th Session begins January 11, 2012 - http://ping.fm/0ReJR

Advocating for victim's right of restitution in MD appellate court on Jan. 5th - Case No. 01120/10 http://ping.fm/1LZ8C