13 Mar The Subtly Radical Reforms of Merrick Garland
Merrick Garland has instituted a number of criminal justice reforms in his memoranda to federal prosecutors.
Ending Mass Incarceration
02 Feb Want an Early Release in Massachusetts? One Organ Please.
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in Emphasizing Rehabilitation, Ending Mass Incarceration, Governmental Accountability
A bill in Massachusetts would allow prisoners to earn time off their sentence by donating bone marrow or an organ. It's kind of gross.
11 Jan No Partial Eligibility For FSA Time Credits, Federal Courts Say
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in Challenges After Release, Emphasizing Rehabilitation, Ending Mass Incarceration, Fairness in Sentencing
Courts can't order the BOP to award partial eligibility for FSA Time Credits. But that doesn't mean the BOP can't do it anyway.
30 Dec Guilty Until You Satisfy The “Actual Innocence” Requirement
The presumption of innocence doesn't last forever. After a guilty verdict, you're guilty until you meet the "actual innocence" requirement.
28 Dec Annual Prison Costs Going Into 2023
Heading into 2023, annual prison costs are on the rise. At almost $200 billion per year, it's fair to ask what we're getting for our money.
05 Dec Q & A: What Happened To The EQUAL Act?
The EQUAL Act passed the House 361-66. It also has overwhelming support from Republicans and Democrats. It can't pass the Senate. Why?
17 Nov The Unexpected Impact of Dobbs on Criminal Justice: Part III
There are many unexpected impacts from the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs, including new prosecutions of pregnant women for substance use.
25 Oct Profits & Ignoring Voters: The Obstacles to Criminal Justice Reform
There are countless obstacles slowing down criminal justice reform, especially when it comes to profits and ignoring voters.
19 Oct DeSantis’ Voter Fraud Arrests Are Heartbreaking But Ordinary
The video of DeSantis' voter fraud arrests all over social media is heartbreaking. But it's also an ordinary part of the justice system.
29 Sep Not So Trustworthy: What You Should Know About “Inmate Trusts”
Incarceration is a multibillion-dollar industry, and there's a lot you should know about the trustworthiness of "inmate trusts."