Advocate
Use your voice to help advance victims’ rights. Support parole opposition letter campaigns, stay informed about legislation affecting victims, and contact elected officials to advocate for policies and appointments that prioritize public safety and the rights of crime victims.
❋Support and participate in our Parole Opposition Letter Requests
Parole Opposition Letter Campaigns are coordinated by CAH at the request of families of homicide victims. Please visit our Parole Opposition Requests page for information Including current Parole Opposition requests and sample letters.
❋Become active and supportive of local and federal political candidates who support Victim Rights
❋ Write letters to the Governor of California requesting that appointments to the Board of Parole Hearings (Lifer Unit) include those candidates who support Victim Rights and victim advocacy organizations
Educate yourself on each candidate’s position on Victim Rights and goals/objectives of victim advocacy organizations. Ask, “Where do you stand on public safety and Victim Rights?”
Remain informed of legislative membership on the California Senate Rules Committee. Thee are elected State Senators who vote on confirmation of commissioners to the Board of Parole Hearings. Let elected officials know that “Victim Rights” must be a consideration for Board of Parole Hearings confirmation.