Today’s announcement that SB 94 will not come to a vote due to a lack of support in the Assembly is welcome news for the victims and families of heinous crimes across California. For two years, I have worked hard as the Vice Chair of the Assembly Public Safety Committee to defeat this bill. Far too often, we hear about the rights of criminals here in Sacramento, while the rights of victims are trampled upon. I am proud that we were able to help ensure the wounds of victims and their families for crimes as horrific as murder and rape will not have to be reopened by the release of criminals who have been rightfully sentenced to life in prison. As a former career law enforcement officer I celebrate this major victory for justice and victims’ rights.
Assemblymember Juan Alanis represents the 22nd Assembly District, which includes the communities of Modesto, Turlock, Ceres, Denair, Patterson, Gustine, Newman, Hilmar, Ballico, Snelling, Keyes, Grayson, Crows Landing, Diablo Grande, Stevinson, & Empire.