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20 Aug Prosecutorial Discretion: The Wrong Way on a One-Way Street
When it comes to prosecutorial discretion, the media narrative often depends on which way prosecutors exercise that discretion.
17 Aug The Roughest Ride of Your Life: A Tortuous Story of Custodial Transport
For me, the 45 minutes I spent in custodial transport from the courthouse to the prison was the roughest ride of my life.
15 Aug The Unexpected Impact of Dobbs on Criminal Justice: Part I
The Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v Wade in Dobbs had a huge impact, which is likely to extend to the criminal justice system.
08 Aug Guilty Until Proven Innocent: Why People Root For The Criminal Justice System
In the United States, Americans tend to root for the criminal justice system regardless of how many mistakes it makes.
07 Jul Restoring Voting Rights After A Conviction: A Pamela Moses Update
Restoring your voting rights after a criminal conviction isn't easy, and Pamela Moses' case shows how officials scare you from even trying.
30 Jun Speedy Trial Waivers or What Becomes of a Constitutional Right?
Speedy trial waivers have come an ordinary part of the criminal justice system in the United States. But they mean giving up your rights.