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The Need For Notification – Andrea Royer’s Story

Admin 14 September, 2016

Four years ago, Andrea was raped. She reported the crime to the police and went to the hospital for care. Thereafter, she was never informed of the status of her case. She was never told if her rapist was released from jail or even arrested. A short time later, during a trip to the grocery store, she came face-to-face with her rapist. Andrea had to relive her victimization. Marsy’s Law would change this because it would require law enforcement to provide crime victims with a “Marsy’s Card” that would have notified Andrea of her rights, including the ability to register for the new Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) system. The SAVIN program would have informed Andrea whether or not charges were filed and what the status of her case was. Marsy’s Law for South Dakota will ensure victims receive the notifications they deserve which, in turn, will help keep others from experiencing the revictimization Andrea and others in our state have endured.

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Sheri Farmer

Admin : 17 August, 2022

Sheri Farmer’s oldest child, Lori Lee, was murdered on June 13, 1977, on her first night of Girl Scout camp. Sheri and her husband, Dr. Bo Farmer,...

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Ishaunna Gully

Admin : 09 January, 2020

When she was 20 years old, Ishaunna Gully was shot in the back by her ex-boyfriend, leaving her paralyzed and terrified. Throughout the sentencing,...

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Michelle’s Story

Admin : 18 April, 2016

“Michelle” is a television news anchor who was looking forward to her birthday on a bitterly cold winter night. She was coming home from work....