Oregon Gov. Kate Brown is being sued for allegedly unlawfully freeing almost 1,000 prisoners. Two district attorneys and victim families … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2022
‘Civil Death’ doctrine ruled unconstitutional, RHODE ISLAND
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has thrown out an old law that says anyone serving a life sentence has no civil rights. The 1909 law said such … [Read more...]
Bail reform not to blame for increased crime-NEW YORK
New York rolled back cash bail for criminal defendants two years ago, and a new report says that has not increased recidivism, The Associated Press … [Read more...]
Bonta pushes better prenatal care in California’s jails
California’s top lawyer is taking steps to ensure women prisoners get appropriate reproductive health care. “The right to be treated with … [Read more...]
Obtaining mental health services in the community
What is mental health? Health includes our physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Like the health of our bodies, our mental health effects … [Read more...]
The Genesis Program helps prisoners leave the past behind
By Helaine Melnitzer, Contributor Most of us never bother to reflect upon the value of having an identification card or birth certificate. We … [Read more...]
T.R.U.S.T. accountability program reopens, renews commitment
The San Quentin accountability group T.R.U.S.T. is regaining its footing with renewed commitment to program participation as COVID-19 cutbacks … [Read more...]
James King returns on behalf of Ella Baker Center
James King and Emily Harris from the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights came to visit the San Quentin News for an interview in March 2022. They came … [Read more...]
California closing youth prisons
California is gearing up to make dramatic changes in its juvenile incarceration system. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation in 2020 to close the … [Read more...]
Website matches parolees with resources, services
ConConnect, the first website created by a formerly incarcerated person, connects people to services after prison, according to a CNN article written … [Read more...]
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