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November 2020

Research Suggests Releasing People on Pretrial Does Not Affect Public Safety

Public Safety /

An article published by the Prison Policy Initiative suggests that the long-time stigma of releasing those awaiting trial does not harm public safety. There were no corresponding waves in increased crime in states, cities and counties. “We found four states, as well as nine cities and counties, where there is existing data on public safety […]

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Preventing ‘Internal Exile’ When Joining Society Post-Incarceration

Recidivism /

The Crime Report published an article about how many individuals still face consequences and barriers after being released from prison. People are naming these consequences and barriers ‘internal exile’, as they prevent many from successfully reintegrating back into society. Although some consequences come from stigmatized views of individuals who are released, most barriers are created by

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Probation and Parole Rates at a Glance in the United States vs. Canada

Community Supervision /

Many countries have high prison, probation and parole rates. However, most are working to reduce these numbers drastically as times are changing and different approaches are being explored, including rehabilitation instead of punitive ways. The United States has some of the highest incarceration, probation and parole rates compared to other countries, like Canada. The Bureau

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New Idea for Justice Reform from Examining Role of Prosecutors

Justice Reform /

JDSupra published an article taking on a new perspective on the court system and how to create better criminal justice reform in the United States. They are talking about rethinking the role of prosecutors in court cases. Conventionally, prosecutors believed that long prison terms were vital to public safety. However, with the overcrowding and growing populations

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Drug Treatment Programs Give Hope to Those Struggling with Addiction

Emotional and Behavioral Disorders /

Many jail populations increase due to drug offenses, a common felony that is seen to also cause recidivism. According to an article published by WMUR 9, The Valley Street Jail in Manchester, New Hampshire has seen a decrease in drug offenses due to a new treatment program being implemented in the facility. They are trying

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