MCASA E-lert: Call NOW to Rescind Marriage as a Defense to Sex Crimes

February 12 2020 - State Action Alert
Last week's vote on legislation rescinding marriage as a defense to sex crimes was postponed until Valentine's

MCASA in the News: Bill Would Allow Support Dogs For Children In Courts

February 11 2020 - MCASA in the News
Children who have to navigate the court system can often feel anxious or overwhelmed. Their mental health is especially concerning

MCASA E-lert: Call your Legislators NOW to Vote to Rescind Marriage as a Defense to Sex Crimes - VOTE Expected Friday

February 05 2020 - State Action Alert
The Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee is scheduled to vote this Friday morning, February 7, on legislation rescinding marriage as

MCASA E-lert: Call your Legislators to Vote for Vacating Convictions for Human Trafficking Survivors

January 30 2020 - State Action Alert
Support Human Trafficking Survivors: Contact Senators and Delegates to Urge Them to Vote Favorably on Vacatur Bill  

MCASA E-lert: Urge Members of the Judicial Proceedings Committee to Rescind Marriage as a Defense to Sex Crimes

- State Action Alert
Support Sexual Assault Survivors: Contact Members of the Judicial Proceedings Committee to Urge Them to Rescind

MCASA in the News: Strangers rally to donate thousands for sexual assault victims

- MCASA in the News
When a survivor reports to the hospital after a sexual assault, their undergarments are gathered for evidence, and they may

MCASA in the News: Millions In State, Federal Money Ready To Help MD Law Enforcement Test Rape Kits

December 02 2019 - MCASA in the News
Maryland Law enforcement agencies will soon have access to millions of dollars to process untested rape kits. The funds include $3.5

MCASA in the News: Audit finds Baltimore County needs to improve sexual assault investigations; officials say progress being made

October 21 2019 - MCASA in the News
For the second time in less than three years, a special review found Baltimore County authorities need to do a

MCASA in the News: Arrest of Towson student charged with rape a rare outcome on college campuses

September 30 2019 - MCASA in the News
A student at Towson University was charged last week with first-degree rape - a rare occurrence. Sexual assault is prevalent

MCASA in the News: Federal and Maryland officials warn against use of at-home ‘MeToo’ rape kits targeting local college students

September 06 2019 - MCASA in the News
The New York-based startup company, Me Too Kit, is getting criticized by federal and state officials and anti-sexual assault groups

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