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criminal justice reform

19
Feb
The Promise of Cashless Bail Fairness and Safety Continues to Disappoint

The Promise of Cashless Bail Fairness and Safety Continues to Disappoint

The cashless bail system is a key pillar of the bail reform movement.  It was introduced to promote equity in pretrial release by eliminating financial barriers that proponents believe disproportionately affect low-income individuals and communities of color.
2 min read
18
Feb
Trying to Understand Bail Reform and Cashless Bail in the Age of Online Misinformation

Trying to Understand Bail Reform and Cashless Bail in the Age of Online Misinformation

In today's digital landscape, identifying the truth about topics like bail reform and cashless bail can be challenging due to widespread disinformation, misinformation, and propaganda.
2 min read
16
Feb
Bail is the Glue that Keeps Families Involved in the Criminal Justice System Together

Bail is the Glue that Keeps Families Involved in the Criminal Justice System Together

In the heated national debate over bail reform and cashless bail, one critical perspective is often overlooked: the real families left scrambling when a working parent is arrested for a minor offense.
3 min read
13
Feb
Why Does California Continue to Coddle its Criminals at the Expense of Victims

Why Does California Continue to Coddle its Criminals at the Expense of Victims

California's misguided and dangerous criminal justice policies continue to put victims last. Former Sacramento District Attorney and CEO of the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation, Anne Marie Schubert wrote an opinion piece on this topic in this week’s Sacramento Bee.
2 min read