MCVRC News Room

2012-01-31T01:15:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-31T01:12:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-23T20:38:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-21T15:34:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-19T16:00:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-16T10:12:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-14T10:08:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-13T12:58:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-11T00:34:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-06T23:51:00.001-05:00

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

2012-01-04T21:28:00.001-05:00

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

2011-12-31T20:42:00.001-05:00

Year in review - strong in 2011. In 2012, we will be stronger to continue assisting crime victims. Welcome 2012 and happy new year!

2011-12-28T02:46:00.001-05:00

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New Blog

2011-12-28T02:35:00.001-05:00

This is a test of MCVRC's new blog which will be located at: http://ping.fm/jvTpR

2011-12-28T01:04:00.001-05:00

Best wishes from the Crime Victims' Resource Center for a great 2012. Happy New Years to all! You can find our newsletter here: http://ping.fm/AOMO4

2011-12-24T21:31:00.001-05:00

Peace on Earth. Yes, let there be peace on earth
And let it begin with me.
Let there be peace on earth
The peace that was meant to be.
With God as our father
Brothers all are we.
Let me walk with my brother
In perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me
Let this be the moment now.
With every step i take
Let this be my solemn vow.
To take each moment
And live each moment
With peace eternally.
Let ther be peace on earth,
And let it begin with me.

Happy holidays from the Crime Victims' Resource Center! Let there be peace indeed.

2011-12-23T09:20:00.001-05:00

Consider the victims, observe their rights; there will be justice for all.

2011-12-21T23:43:00.001-05:00

Are you a crime victim or a representative who need assistance or information, ask us for help - http://ping.fm/7GByX

2011-12-20T17:20:00.001-05:00

Happy holidays! The Crime Victims' Resource Center wants to thank all of those who suport our efforts to help crime victims. We now have a secure on-line PalPal account for on-line donations. http://ping.fm/8RioD Any assistance would be appreciated!

2011-12-20T17:02:00.001-05:00

Happy holidays! The Crime Victims' Resource Center appreciates any assistance - http://ping.fm/Qfj8w

2011-12-17T08:21:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/2ek6x - Please check out Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Centers' updated website. From there, help can now be requested 24/7

2011-12-16T19:18:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/xDOAC - Using cyberspace to commit crimes should not be a get out of jail card. Turning off internet threats is not realistic.

2011-12-15T21:22:00.001-05:00

If you participate in the United Way of the National Capital Area, please designate # 9325 to support the Crime Victims' Resource Ctr.

2011-12-11T18:12:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/5bcTM - D.C. U.S. Attorney Ronald Machen discusses intimation of victims and witnesses

2011-12-10T18:18:00.001-05:00

Are you a federal employee? If so, please use Combined Federal Campaign # 60472 to support the Crime Victims' Resorce Center.

2011-12-06T13:43:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/HdMSW - Federal case affirms crime victims' right to proceedings free from unreasonable delay and right to fairness

2011-12-06T00:18:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/ndMnS - Check out the following information on the FBI including its Citizen's Academy.

2011-12-02T22:35:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/SNa0U - Favorable federal appellate court ruling in cyberstalking prosecution.

2011-12-02T20:03:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/GobXw - Victim/Witness intimidation is a problem that denies justice

2011-11-30T17:24:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/MPIya - Are you a Maryland State employee? If so, please see how you can help us assist crime victims.

2011-11-30T09:25:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/HloYV - Important story for you to read to see if you may be the victim of cyber crime and not even know it.

2011-11-27T19:41:00.001-05:00

Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Stephanie Roper Committee and Foundation which has evolved into the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center. Help celebrate this milestone by contributing your favorite recipes to the 30th Anniversary Cookbook. Please send your recipes to mcvrcrecipes@gmail.com.

2011-11-23T21:18:00.001-05:00

We give special thanks to all who help us assist crime victims. Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-22T09:59:00.001-05:00

Free training on "Empowering Children in the Criminal Justice System" on Dec. 7 in Sykesville, MD from 9-1. Call 301-952-0063 to RSVP.

2011-11-21T22:20:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/I4YHo - Commission on Maryland Cybersecurity Innovation and Excellence Kicks Off Maryland's Study on Cybersecurity

2011-11-12T13:00:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/9396s - Child ID theft - easier than taking candy from a baby

2011-11-11T22:35:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/T8mNU - MCVRC takes lead in representing victim in murder that occured 26 year ago and whose offender's case has lingered 9+ years in federal court

2011-11-10T09:19:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/eqc63 - Register for the Balt. City State's Atty Summit on Witness Intimidation at the Univ. Balt. Law School - Nov. 29 @ 1 pm

2011-11-08T22:36:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/ONdl0 - Please consider Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center in give to the max!

2011-11-08T22:17:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/dinbaov/district/opinions/pdf/USvShrader.pdf - Case we helped victim maintain privacy.

2011-11-08T22:15:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/yyyqF - In some cases, MCVRC has helped victims maintain their privacy of their records. e.g. http://ping.fm/r93zAov/district/opinions/pdf/USvShrader.pdf

2011-11-07T15:38:00.001-05:00

You can now support the Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center through the Combined Federal Campaign by entering # 60472 !

2011-11-04T21:26:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/WI74z - MCVRC Founder and Board Chair Roberta Roper resigned as Chair of MD Board for Victims Services - Call for Nominations by 11/30

2011-11-03T18:51:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/CUwvC - 26 years after murder and after 9 years in federal court, victim's family needs case to be resolved

2011-11-01T22:05:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/b9j9W - TV Video from MCVRC's Pauline Mandel and Russell Butler regarding violent sexual assault

2011-10-31T20:28:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/GqRRd - Here are the U.S. Attorney General Guidelines for Victim and Witness Assistance

2011-10-25T07:10:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/NQBOn - Executive Director Russell Butler appointed to new Maryland Commission on Cybersecurity Innovation and Excellence

2011-10-23T00:37:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/r7K7Y - Russell Butler and Matthew Ornstein file landmark case on enforcement of crime victims' rights in MD Court of Appeals

2011-10-21T19:20:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/X4yjh - Consider attending Friday's Small Business and Cybersecurity Launch Event in D.C.

2011-10-20T16:42:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/ESgMm - N.J. victim rights' attorney Richard Pompelio advocates victim privacy interests in high profile case

2011-10-18T17:46:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/3zn1p Do you support the Parental Bereavement Act of 2011 (S 1358) ? Let your voices be heard!

2011-10-17T22:35:00.001-05:00

Next year will be 30 years of successful advocacy for crime victims. How should we celebrate our gains for crime victims?

2011-10-17T22:33:00.001-05:00

Next year will be 30 years of successful advocacy for crime victims. How should be celebrate our gains for crime victims?

2011-10-15T14:00:00.001-05:00

MCVRC would like to thank everyone who assisted in its annual Chocolate Affair fundraising event. Every contribution is appreciated!

2011-10-14T22:23:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/LKsZC - Please support MCVRC with donations to help crime victims

2011-10-13T14:13:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/mQ3gm - Answers to ID theft questions including from Russell Butler are on-line

2011-10-11T21:10:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/kTrN7 - on Oct.13 from 2- 3 PM ET, ask Russell Butler questions on "Providing Pro Bono Services to Financial Abuse Victims"

2011-10-09T22:23:00.001-05:00

RSVP by early Tuesday to attend or to donate for 10/15 Chocolate Affair. Contact Roberta Roper: rroper@mdcrimevictims.org/301-952-0166.

2011-10-06T21:30:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/qCafs - If you have not yet, call 301-952-0063 to attend the Oct. 15th Chocolate Affair

2011-10-06T12:03:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/rNKGf - Interesting conference on children with international implications - many kids or are or may become victims of crime

2011-10-05T21:08:00.001-05:00

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

2011-10-04T21:52:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/RfClW - October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

2011-10-02T08:39:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/g0Lhy - As of Oct 1, MCVRC officially welcomes 10 new ID Theft Coalitions in the U.S. D.C. conference hosted by MCVRC provides training and technical assistance to subgrantees.

2011-09-30T23:12:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/k0tXb - Statement of Rights for Identity Theft Victims

2011-09-27T22:27:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/0faZW - Federal judge lets in sunshine to help afford justice to victims.

2011-09-26T22:12:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/lUY9y - Support MCVRC at Chick-fil-A in Bowie this Tuesday from 5 - 8 p.m.

2011-09-23T23:40:00.001-05:00

We have faced the most difficult fiscal crisis in our history and will continue. We must increase funding beyond governmental grants.

2011-09-23T10:10:00.001-05:00

MCVRC is exploring potential MD legislative proposals for 2012. Forward ideas for potential legislation to rbutler@mdcrimevictims.org

2011-09-22T13:45:00.001-05:00

This Sunday, September 25th is the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims in America. This federal recognition resulted from the efforts of Parents of Murder Victims (POMC) & others (including MCVRC) to acknowledge the ones taken from us by the criminal choices of others. POMC was founded by Charlotte & Roberta Hullinger in Cincinnati, Ohio when their daughter, Lisa was murdered. In the past, MCVRC has partnered with them on national events.

Please take a moment this Sunday to say a name, a prayer of remembrance and remind the world of those who have undeservedly suffered the consequences of criminal violence. This coming Tuesday at support group will take a few minutes to share in remembering all homicide victims and their families and friends.

Thank you,
Roberta

Founder/Board Chair

Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center
1001 Prince George’s Blvd, Ste 750
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Ph: 301-952-0063
www.mdcrimevictims.org

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Please designate MCVRC for:

Maryland Charity Campaign 1212
United Way of Central Maryland 5442
United Way of the National Capital Area 9325

2011-09-20T07:04:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/u0L5G - Indicate you support MCVRC at 9/27 Chick-fil-A fundraiser in Bowie (5 - 8 pm)

2011-09-19T20:20:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/4jQpc?sk=app_141428856257 - How to join MCVRC's email mailing list

2011-09-18T21:49:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/XwZqA - MD Court of Appeals adopts positive changes to MD Rules 4-353 & 354 to improve collection of court costs to fund victims' programs

2011-09-17T22:15:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/Hv8Qr - The National Day of Rembrance for Murder Victims is on Sept. 25th

2011-09-17T21:08:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/q4rb1 - Please check out the Chocolate Affair on Facebook. You can support MCVRC by attending or contributing!

2011-09-15T13:15:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/OsoFv - New ID Theft Network page on Facebook. Please review and let us know if you like it.

2011-09-14T18:02:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/01nEr - President's push to strengthen cyber-security

2011-09-13T22:18:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/OZuNP - Maryland Legal Aid Corporation holds a centennial celebration

2011-09-12T14:53:00.001-05:00

Please support MD Crime Victims' Resource Center's fundraiser-Tuesday, 9/13, 5-8pm at the Chick-fil-A, 16503 Ball Park Rd in Bowie. Indicate that you are there to support MCVRC.

2011-09-12T11:39:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/j4Irr - Prince George's State's Attorney and MCVRC sponsor 5K run/1 mile walk on Oct. 8th in College Park, MD to help crime victims. Register now.

2011-09-09T15:03:00.001-05:00

On September 11th, we remember those crime victims who died 10 years ago. Do not forget however, those who become crime victims and suffer similar harms every day in our society.

2011-09-09T07:07:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/e4HTd - U.S. Supreme Court needs to resolve legal issues regarding restitution for child victims of pornography

2011-09-02T09:07:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/4jd7d - September 1, 2011 FTC testimony on identity theft.

2011-09-01T20:14:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/OXYPX - Please make your reservations now for the October 15th Chocolate Affair to support our efforts to assist crime victims

2011-08-30T13:14:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/Ean4n - Listing at the request of DPSCS the executive director opening at the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board.

2011-08-29T06:46:00.001-05:00

You may again use 301 952 0063 for phone service for our Upper Marlboro, Maryland office. Please call us by phone if we can assist you.

2011-08-28T21:29:00.001-05:00

Because of Hurricane Ilene, MCVRC anticipates logistical problems with our office. Please use 240 335 4027 as a temporary phone number for our Upper Marlboro office. We will post when the regular phone service is restored.

2011-08-27T12:55:00.001-05:00

We are concerned for all those who will be impacted by Hurricane Irene and its aftermath. Please stay safe.

2011-08-26T07:58:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/Xk5et - Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) has ruled that the U.S. should do more to protect victims of domestic violence.

2011-08-25T07:20:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/UQiXS - Please donate an item for our silent or live auction at the October 15, 2011 Chocolate Affair. 301-952-0063

2011-08-24T20:41:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/G4SW3 - Coalitions Launched Across the Nation Dedicated to Improving Conditions for Millions of Victims of ID Theft

2011-08-23T14:09:00.001-05:00

MCVRC's support group schedule for tonight, August 23rd is canceled.

2011-08-22T15:09:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/2ijqB - Please sign up for MCVRC's newsletter

2011-08-17T21:58:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/LE8Yt - Please like D.C. Crime Victims' Resource Center on Facebook.

Press Release Announcing Subawardees

2011-08-17T11:28:00.013-05:00

August 15, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Merry O’Brien, Project Director

1-877-VICTIM-1 or 301-952-0063

merry@mdcrimevictims.org

Coalitions Launched Across the Nation

Dedicated to Improving Conditions for Millions of Victims of Identity Theft

Upper Marlboro, Maryland – The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC) is pleased to announce the ten subgrantees selected to participate in the National Identity Theft Victims Assistance Networks Project grant. Applications were received from thirty entities across the nation; from twenty-seven U.S. States and the District of Columbia.

This national-scope project seeks to expand and improve the outreach and capacity of victim service programs to better address the rights and needs of victims of identity theft nationwide.

In making the announcement, MCVRC Executive Director, Russell P. Butler, stated, “The recovery process that identity theft victims face can be extremely challenging. We are delighted to have the opportunity to partner with these coalitions to improve the field’s response to victims of identity theft across America.”

The project is funded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), through the Crime Victims Fund. This unique fund is financed by fines and penalties paid by convicted federal offenders, not from tax dollars. Through OVC, millions of dollars are invested annually in victim compensation and assistance in every U.S. state and territory, as well as for training, technical assistance, and other capacity-building programs designed to enhance service providers’ ability to support victims of crime in communities across the Nation. The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center is acting as the pass-through agency for the National Identity Theft Victim Assistance Network Project, providing training, technical assistance, and programmatic and financial oversight to the subrecipient coalitions.

According to the Federal Trade Commission, around 12 million or 5 percent of Americans over the age of 16 became victims of identity theft in the two year period ending in June 2008. Financial identity theft is only part of the overall picture; over 600,000 victims experienced other types of identity theft, including criminal, medical and interfamilial identity theft. Fifty-three percent of victims feel moderate to severe distress from the identity theft, according to a recent report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics. Recovering victims spent an average of $1,870 in out-of-pocket costs. Over 3 million experienced issues such as having utilities cut off, being arrested, finding erroneous claims on their health records, having child support garnished for children they never had and being harassed by collection agencies.

This project seeks to build the field’s capacity and help provide a coordinated response to better assist victims of identity theft. A complete listing of all sites follows.

National Identity Theft Victims Assistance Networks Project Awardees

- Arizona Attorney General's Office AZ

dan.levey@azag.gov

- Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Project MN

info@bwlap.org

- Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups WI

jhendrick@cwag.org

- Colorado Bureau of Investigation CO

ralph.gagliardi@cdps.state.co.us

- Idaho Legal Aid Services ID

ernestosanchez@idaholegalaid.org

- Lifespan of Greater Rochester NY

pcaccamise@lifspan-roch.org

- South Brooklyn Legal Services NY

sdranoff@sbls.org, jtyler@sbls.org

- South Carolina Victim Assistance Network SC

veronica@scvan.org

- Texas Legal Services Center TX

rchapman@tlsc.org

ppierce@tlsc.org

- Washington Coalition of Crime Victim Advocates WA

ed@wccva.org

Organizations interested in learning more about coalitions forming in their areas are encouraged to contact the sites listed above for details on membership and news. A new website will be launched starting in October, with free online resources available to all. Check www.mdcrimevictims.org for updates.

About MCVRC: MCVRC was founded in 1982 as the Stephanie Roper Committee by Roberta and Vince Roper after the brutal murder of their daughter Stephanie. Since its founding, MCVRC has become a national leader in victims’ rights advocacy and representation. MCVRC’s services, all offered free of charge, include: criminal justice support and education; individual, family and group counseling; legal assistance; faith-based referrals; and advocacy to improve the treatment of victims who suffer the devastating consequences of crime. Visit us on the web at www.mdcrimevictims.org.

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This document was produced by the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. under award # 2010-VF-GX-K030, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this document are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.

2011-08-16T10:32:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/qtf4k - MCVRC staff present on "Identity Theft: Educating and Assisting Victims" at NOVA's national crime victims conference.

2011-08-11T15:55:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/yq2pw - Oct 8, 2011 - run/walk to support crime victims

2011-08-10T23:29:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/QzFNV - Helping the victims of the riots in England.

2011-08-08T10:37:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/ySKln - MCVRC presents on restitution in USA and Canada at ABA meeting

2011-08-03T19:00:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/QUscV - D.C. Crime Victims Resource Center represented the family of murder victim Shahabuddin Rana. Two defendants guilty of first degree murder.

2011-08-02T18:30:00.001-05:00

http://ping.fm/5MiTM - Aug. 2nd - National Night Out Against Crime