@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialChief Mertzig reveals that most possession arrests are more complex than they seem, with many tied to outstanding warrants and additional charges.
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@citizenptnewsga.bsky.socialGeorgia's public defenders propose a bold solution to cut appeal backlogs and enhance justice: Could loosening conflict rules transform the system?
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@citizenptnewsia.bsky.socialCommunity leaders argue that expanding the jail won't address systemic failures in treatment and care—it's time to invest in humane solutions instead.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialResidents are demanding an independent investigation into shocking allegations of abuse and neglect at Erie County Prison, calling for transparency and accountability in the face of disturbing testimonies.
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@citizenptnewsva.bsky.socialRaising public consumption fines could disproportionately impact Black youth and families in Virginia, with data showing they already face nearly half of all citations.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialA groundbreaking recidivism dashboard is set to transform how sentencing data is analyzed, revealing critical insights about probation terms and offense ratios that could change the future of criminal justice.
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@shinemycrown.comFormerly Incarcerated Woman Brigette Simpson is Pushing to Ensure People With Criminal Records Get Work in Atlanta: For Atlanta activist and organizer Bridgette Simpson, finding a path back into society after… #CriminalJusticeReform #SecondChances #Incarceration #WorkForAll #AtlantaActivism
@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialWashington's prisons are grappling with rising violence due to drug contraband, longer sentences, and a critical shortage of close-custody beds.
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@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialIn a groundbreaking argument, counsel for Josh Hawthorne claims that Washington's felony-murder law is "beyond harsh" for juveniles, potentially violating their constitutional rights.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialBrazos County's jail population has plummeted from 840 to just over 600, thanks to innovative process changes and enhanced public defender efforts.
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@votenickschultz.bsky.socialGrateful to have joined @eapd.bsky.social last night for a thoughtful conversation about the issues facing our communities.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialHarris County is facing a surge in jail population and is racing against time to renovate its facilities to restore hundreds of beds by 2028!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialVeterans treatment courts are proving to be a lifeline for those struggling with service-related trauma, but outdated eligibility rules and paperwork hurdles are keeping many from the support they desperately need.
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@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialA groundbreaking report from Judge Ketu Shahr reveals a comprehensive plan to transform Washington's approach to justice by expanding alternatives to incarceration through innovative funding and pilot programs.
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@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialAging jails are in desperate need of modernization, and a new task force has unveiled bold recommendations to tackle the crisis head-on.
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@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialCounty officials are proposing a $366 million bond to expand the jail and a $51.4 million levy to boost staffing—critical steps to address urgent overcrowding issues.
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@easterneye.bsky.socialSpecialist rape courts announced after years of failing victims
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