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Todd Spitzer utilizes California's powerful constitutional rights to assist Crime Victims in having a greater voice in our judicial process. As a Victims' Advocate Attorney, Todd Spitzer believes that Victims are an integral part of the justice system process and fights to ensure those rights are recognized and enforced in our courts and during the parole consideration process.

State-wide Campaign Manager, Marsy's Law - California's Victims' Constitutional Rights Initiative

Client Testimonials

Testimonials

By Louise A. :: Todd Spitzer is sharp, caring and a fighter for victim's rights. Two years ago I was attacked at random by a career criminal who nearly killed me. A year after the crime, the offender made bail without notifying me, adding to my trauma. Thanks to him a protective order was issued, the criminal (who fled on trial date) was recaptured, pled guilty to all charges, and is now in state prison. Thank you, Todd; I would recommend your services to any victim of crime. You understand truly that the victim gets forgotten by the criminal justice system. By Karen K.: I have worked with Todd for over 5 years and have watched him support victims, fight for their rights, understand their feelings and watch their backs. Todd is a fierce individual, a bulldog. He is smart and can really look at a problem from the top down. He has integrity and cares. All things that Victim's really need when looking for representation. By Lynette D.: I was very fortunate to have this man on my team. I flew to CA on Christmas Eve in order to testify at a Parole Hearing. Mr. Spitzer picked me up at the airport on Christmas Eve, then invited me to his home for Christmas dinner. He assisted in my case by getting many legislators to write letters opposing the release of the criminal. He was able to get the letters written and signed during Christmas Week! Not only was I very impressed with him, but I was grateful he was on my side!! Todd Spitzer Law cannot guarantee results or outcomes in a specific case. These testimonials are provided to give prospective clients an understanding of the skill and background of Todd Spitzer Law only.
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Practice Areas: As one of California's leading Victims' Rights Experts and Advocate, Todd Spitzer is prepared to fight on behalf of crime vicitims and their families to ensure that justice is served. Todd is also a sought after guest speaker and media commentator raising awareness for a wide variety of victims' rights charities, assisting in lobbying efforts and traveling the state explaining to the public the deep impact of crime and how it effects our communities.

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Fully understanding the facts and circumstances of a particular case or situation and coordinating legal efforts to enforce Marsy's Law Rights.Meeting with various law enforcement agencies, including police, sheriff and district attorney to ensure that Marsy's Law Rights are being respected and followed.Being the victim's attorney of record in the case and asserting the victim's Marsy's Law Rights on the court record to ensure that no matter what Judge or Prosecutor is assigned the case, the victim's Marsy's Law Rights will be respected and enforced.Asserting the Victim's Marsy's Law Rights in Court and on the record at all appropriate stages of a criminal proceeding, including the right to be heard on: bail, right to a victims' speedy trial, sentencing and restitution.Assisting the Victim and the Victims' supporters in making an effective and impactful Victim Impact Statement prior to the Court making an offer in the case and at the time of sentencing before the Court imposes its sentence.Working with the Victim on sensitive family issues, media inquiries and other dilemmas that often present themselves during such a life changing crisis.Filing the appropriate motions and declarations to enforce a Victims' Rights.Assisting Victim on the complexity often presented in a Restitution Hearing to make sure the Defendant is held financially responsible for his acts. This can include lost wages, medical expenses and attorneys fees necessary to assist in the recovery of restitution.Filing the appropriate paperwork with the California Department of Corrections to facilitate notice to the Victim when the inmate is eligible for parole or a parole hearing.Attending and preparing the Victim and Family for a Lifer Parole Hearing, including travelling to the State Prison and participating in the Lifer Parole Hearing with, and on behalf of, the family.
Todd Spitzer is a recognized expert in Victims' Rights and is often called on to:Assist in the drafting of legislation to bring a critical change to state law.Addressing a particular group about how to be more effective in the Crime Victims' advocacy process.Leading large scale projects such as statewide Initiatives and local measures that benefit Crime Victims' Rights.Be an expert witness in Court matters or with Media Relations.
His expertise, honest and intimate speaking style makes Todd Spitzer one of the Country's most sought after public speakers, especially when the subject matter is Vicitms' Rights.Todd is a frequent media guest on shows such as KFI's John & Ken Show, the Bill Handel Show, KOCE's OCInsider and NPR. If you would like to submit a media request, click here.
Biography

Biography

Todd Spitzer is one of California's leading crime victim advocates and one of a select few attorneys who specialize in victims' rights representation. He is the recipient of the Crime Survivors Victim Advocate Lifetime Achievement Award. He has more than two decades of experience in the criminal justice system. His breadth of experiences being a prosecutor, legislator and police officer is unmatched in the field of victim advocacy.As an Assistant District Attorney in the Orange County District Attorney's Office, Spitzer handled complex criminal matters and supervised line prosecutors. He has prosecuted serious felonies including attempted murder, attempted rape, kidnapping, robbery, extortion and reckless driving causing serious bodily injury and death. Spitzer has tried nearly 100 jury trials to verdict. His years of courtroom experience gave him the opportunity to train and develop the skills of other deputy district attorneys.Spitzer joined the Orange County DA's Office in 1990 as a newly admitted lawyer to the California Bar. During his first stint in the DA's Office (1990-1997) Spitzer quickly earned a reputation as an aggressive and well-prepared trial lawyer who had a special sensitivity and compassion for victims. Mothers Against Drunk Drivers honored Spitzer with its Outstanding Prosecutor Award. Spitzer's colleagues voted him the offices' Outstanding Prosecutor as well. In one of Todd's earliest evaluations his supervisor wrote: "The intensity he displays is clearly the product of his enthusiasm and his desire to perform well for the benefit of those he serves. He remains an aggressive and enthusiastic prosecutor who will do whatever it takes to get the job done and to get it done right."In 1994 Spitzer was elected to the Orange County Board of Supervisors. During his tenure he continued to champion public safety and was asked by crime victim Bruce Harrington, whose sister and brother-in-law were murdered, to serve as state-wide Co-Chair of Proposition 69, the DNA Initiative. Today, every felony arrestee in California must submit DNA to a state database, which has resulted in unresolved crimes being re-investigated and many murderers brought to justice.In 2002, Spitzer was recruited to run for the 71st District in the State Assembly, was swept into office and was re-elected to two additional terms by large margins. Spitzer quickly became an expert on Public Safety issues and was named by the Assembly Speaker as Chairman of the Select Committee on Prison Construction and Operations. Spitzer also served in the Legislature as Chief Whip, the key spokesman for public policy issues on the floor of the house for his party.On August 24th, 2004, the California Governor signed Spitzer's landmark legislation, AB 488 (Parra / Spitzer), which put Megan's Law on the Internet. Spitzer was also picked to Co-Chair the first-ever High-Risk Sex Offender and Sexually Violent Predator Task Force. The Governor praised Spitzer, saying: "Your hard work and dedication to this topic are a testament to your commitment to the public safety of all Californians." This work led to the Governor signing Spitzer's legislation, AB 1015, (Chu / Spitzer) to create a Sex Offender Management Board in California to create policy to manage California's more than 100,000 convicted sex offenders.Spitzer has led several statewide Initiative campaigns. In November 2004, he became the driving force behind two important law enforcement measures, serving as statewide Co-chair for Proposition 69, the DNA Fingerprint Initiative, which was passed by 61.8% of voters. Additionally, Assemblyman Spitzer became a statewide spokesperson for the No on Proposition 66 campaign and also served as its Orange County Chair. Considered one of the greatest turnarounds in California history, Proposition 66 was defeated 46.6% to 53.4%; the initiative at one point had approximately 65% voter approval. The defeat of Proposition 66, due largely to the involvement of Dr. Henry T. Nicholas III, co-founder of Broadcom Corp., ensured that approximately 26,000 serious and violent criminals remain behind bars. In 2008, Dr. Nicholas recruited Spitzer to be the State-Wide Chair & Campaign Manager of Prop. 9, "Marsy's Law", named after Dr. Nicholas' sister, Marsy, who was murdered by an estranged ex-boyfriend in 1983. California voters approved Prop. 9, the most comprehensive Victims' Rights measure in the nation by 54% of the vote, despite widespread opposition from all of California's major newspaper editorial boards.

Awards/Community Service

Todd's Awards and Community Service

AWARDS & HONORS • Victims' Advocacy Lifetime Achievement Award | Crime Survivors, Inc.• Victims' Advocacy Recognition | Parents of Murdered Children, OC• Outstanding Prosecutor Award | Mothers Against Drunk Drivers, OC• Outstanding Prosecutor Award | Orange County District Attorney's Office• Special Distinction Award | L.A. County Deputy District Attorney's Assoc.• Outstanding Legislator & Lifetime Career Achievement Awards California State Sheriff's AssociationCAREER & COMMUNITY SERVICE • State-Wide Chairman & Campaign Manager, Proposition 9, Marsy's Law (California Victims' Bill of Rights)• State-Wide Co-Chairman, Proposition 69, DNA Fingerprint Initiative• Orange County Chairman, Jessica's Law, Anti-Child Predator Initiative• Orange County Chairman, No on Proposition 66, Anti-Three Strikes Initiative• Legislative Member, California Police Officers Memorial Foundation• Former Orange County Assistant District Attorney• Former Orange County Deputy District Attorney• Former Los Angeles Police Department Reserve Officer, Hollenbeck Division, Patrol

Parole Hearing Assistance
CrimeVictims' Rally
Spitzer Wins Advocacy Award
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Day of Remembrance 2010
Marsy's Law Supports Walk Run
Chelsea's Law Bill Signing
Guest Commentator
Victims' Rights Expert
Legal Expertise
Day of Remembrance 2010
An Impactful Speaker
Todd gets MADD at Walk

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Marsy's Law Video Marsy's Law is dedicated to the cause of ensuring that crime Victims' Rights are codified in law. When it passed in November 2008, Proposition 9, The Victims' Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsy's Law, became the strongest and most comprehensive Constitutional victims' rights law in the U.S. and put California at the forefront of the national Victims' Rights movement.

Crime Victims' Resources

Marsy's Law Video

Marsy's Law For All

Crime Survivors, Inc.

The Joyful Child Foundation

Latest News OC Register, Aug 12, 2011Driver who Killed Councilman to be FreedCLICK HERE to read more

National Crime Victim Law Institute

Mother's Against Drunk Driving (MADD) OC

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Todd Spitzer, Attorney at Law

A Recognized Attorney for Crime Victims' Rights & Advocacy

Phone: 714.552.0877

Address: 8502 E. Chapman Ave., #304

Orange, CA 92869

Email: Info_SpitzerLawOffice.com

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