In yet another blow to the U.S. criminal justice system’s credibility, the 2023 Annual Report from the National Registry of Exonerations recorded 153 … [Read more...]
Prisons in California and New York support suicide prevention
Programs serve immediate needs for medical services, mental health, spiritual support In California and New York two prisons are attempting to … [Read more...]
Nearly half of American prisons located near toxic water sources
Thousands exposed to toxins linked to cancer According to a new study, cancer causing pollutants, known as “forever chemicals” maybe found in … [Read more...]
Education over incarceration demonstrates success in youth diversion, report finds
Youth diversion away from the criminal justice system for those accused of delinquent behavior is increasing nationwide, according to the Sentencing … [Read more...]
FACTS AND STATISTICS: Measuring recidivism countrywide becomes daunting task with varying data
The meaning of statistics can vary greatly according to their definition. A multiplicity of meanings applies to the metrics of recidivism, too, and … [Read more...]