23 Nov The Impact of Dobbs on the Criminal Justice System Part IV: Visitation Rights
The Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs will impact the criminal justice system in many ways, including when it comes to visitation.
Women's Issues Tag
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.
29 Aug The Unexpected Impact of Dobbs On Criminal Justice: Part II
The Supreme Court's Dobbs decision will have a huge impact on the criminal justice system, especially when it comes to pregnancy in prisons.
19 Aug U.S. Prisons Still Don’t Have Adequate Menstrual Supplies in 2021
In the 38 states that, as of 2020, did not have such laws on the books, people who menstruate face serious challenges to getting the items they need in prison. These issues are wide-ranging and different across different states and facilities.
28 Apr Incarcerated Women Get Left Out Of Most Justice Reform Conversations
Despite a growing population, criminal justice reform rarely targets the needs of incarcerated women. Even initiatives spearheaded by women in Congress ignore the specific needs of women in prison.
19 Apr New Bill In Mississippi Looks To Tackle Women’s Incarceration Issues
Women often face issues that are unique to them in jails and prisons. These issues, such as lack of access to essential medical supplies, are often overlooked. Now, a new bill in Mississippi looks to confront some of the issues with women's incarceration in the