Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we need victims’ rights in Florida?

What does Marsy’s Law for Florida provide victims and their families?

Does providing rights for victims take away the rights from those accused or convicted of a crime?

Does Marsy’s Law for Florida negatively impact the ability for attorneys of the accused or convicted to do their jobs?

Does Marsy’s Law for Florida contribute to backlogging of the court system?

How can the public stay safe if reporters aren't able to provide all the details of a crime?

Does Marsy’s Law for Florida limit the time allowed for appeals?

Aren't victims already provided with these rights?

Is a victim notification system an expensive burden to local governments and counties in Florida?

Is Marsy’s Law for Florida a burden on prosecutors?

Does the victim’s right to privacy conflict with the defendant’s the right to confront the accuser?

Could Marsy’s Law for Florida inadvertently increase the risk of executing innocent individuals?