As co-author of Marsy's Law, passed by the California voters in 2008, I am committed to ensuring victims receive their constitutional rights under California law.  I legally represent crime victims in many ways, including, but not limited to:

• Meeting with the prosecuting agency in discussing the victim’s position prior to criminal charges being filed;
• Notifying victims prior to every court proceeding and appearing in court with them;
• Addressing the judge to present an argument on behalf of the victims regarding the amount of bail which would be most appropriate;
• Objecting to any delays in the proceedings, including the defendant’s request to continue the trial;
• Presenting a victim-impact statement along with the victim which the judge is mandated to consider prior to sentencing;
• Insuring that the victim’s voice is heard by the judge, the DA and the defense attorney in the event that “plea bargaining” is occurring;
• Attending and arguing against parole release at an Inmate’s parole hearing.

Please feel free to contact me at any time to understand your Constitutional Rights as a crime victim. I have assisted numerous crime victims in their pursuit of justice and I am here to help you, too.

~Steve

Please use the form below to contact me or make an appointment.

Law Office of Steven J. Ipsen
1100 S. Hope St., Ste. 103
Los Angeles, CA 90015
info@steveipsen.com