Marsy’s Law for Florida Celebrates National Night Out in Central Florida

WHAT:           Marsy’s Law for Florida, the organization advocating for crime victims’ rights through Amendment 6, will join 11 communities across Central Florida on Tuesday, October 2, in celebrating National Night Out, a movement which aims to strengthen relationships between neighborhoods and law enforcement by coming together for a fun-filled night featuring block parties, entertainment, exhibitors, safety demonstrations, food and more. Victims’ rights advocates will be available to speak with members of the media about how Amendment 6 strengthens protections for crime victims without weakening or altering any of the rights currently afforded to those accused or convicted of a crime. Events with a Marsy’s Law for Florida presence include those in Longwood, Clermont, Lake Mary, Sanford, Caselberry, MetroWest, Mount Dora, Hunter’s Creek, Orlo Vista and South Apopka.

WHEN:           Tuesday, October 2

Times vary by event

WHERE:         National Night Out – Longwood

                        5:30-8:30 p.m.

                        Candyland Park, 599 Longdale Ave., Longwood, FL 32750

                        Hosted by Longwood Leisure Services

                        National Night Out – Clermont

                        5-8 p.m.

                        Clermont Waterfront Park, 330 3rd St., Clermont, FL 34711

                        Hosted by 4 Corners Clermont Democratic Club

                        National Night Out – Lake Mary

                        5:30-8:30 p.m.

                        Lake Mary City Hall, 100 N Country Club Rd., Lake Mary, FL 32746

                        Hosted by the Lake Mary Police Department

                        National Night Out – Sanford

                        5-8 p.m.

                        Ft. Mellon Park, 600 E 1st St., Sanford, FL 32771

                        Hosted by the Sanford Police Department

                        National Night Out – Caselberry

                        6-9 p.m.

                        Lake Concord Park, 95 Triplet Lake Dr., Casselberry, FL 32707

                        Hosted by the Caselberry Police Department

                        National Night Out – MetroWest

                        5:30-8:30 p.m.

                        Veranda Park, 2121 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando, FL 32835

                        Hosted by MetroWest Public Safety

                        National Night Out – Mount Dora

                        5:30-8:30 p.m.

                        Target, 17450 US-441, Mount Dora, FL 32757

                        Hosted by the Mount Dora Police Department

                        National Night Out – Hunter’s Creek

                        6-9 p.m.

                        Osprey Park, 5100 Town Center Blvd., Orlando, FL 32837

                        Hosted by the Hunter’s Creek Community Association

                        National Night Out – Orlo Vista

                        5-7 p.m.

                        Orlo Vista Park, 1 N Powers Dr., Orlando, FL 32835

                        Hosted by Orlo Park Safe Neighborhoods

                        National Night Out – South Apopka

                        6-8 p.m.

                        P&W Market, 1209 Clarcona Rd., Apopka, FL 32703

                        Hosted by South Apopka Safe Neighborhood

                        National Night Out – Avalon Park

                        6-8 p.m.

                        Avalon Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park Blvd, Orlando, FL 32828

For more information on Amendment 6/Marsy’s Law for Florida, visit www.marsyslawforfl.com.

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About Marsy’s Law

Marsy’s Law is named after Marsalee “Marsy” Nicholas of California who was stalked and killed by her ex-boyfriend in 1983. Only one week after her death, Marsy’s mother and brother, Henry T. Nicholas, walked into a grocery store where they were confronted by the accused murderer. The family, who had just come from a visit to Marsy’s grave, was unaware that the accused had been released on bail.  In an effort to honor his sister, Dr. Nicholas, co-founder of Broadcom Corporation, has made it his mission to give victims and their families constitutional protections and equal rights. He formed Marsy’s Law for All in 2009, providing expertise and resources to victims’ rights organizations nationwide.