You've no doubt heard the terms "jail" and "prison", and unless you have some familiarity with the criminal justice system, you probably use them interchangeably, understanding them to be simply … [Read more...] about The difference between Jail and Prison
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Another Day, Another Criminal Justice Reform Fail
In Springfield, Massachusetts, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno wants bail reform. But it's not the type you may think - far from wanting to see "reform" that lets more people out of jail without financial … [Read more...] about Another Day, Another Criminal Justice Reform Fail
NH Law Enforcement Says Bail Reform is “Dangerous”
When a community's police force speaks up, people tend to listen. But will that be the case in reform-minded New Hampshire? In that state, which has seen greater leniency regarding bail and pretrial … [Read more...] about NH Law Enforcement Says Bail Reform is “Dangerous”
5 Awesome Ways to Help Your Arrested Friend
An arrest can happen at any time (though we know that it's more likely on nights and weekends), and you may be at work, at home with the kids or sitting back enjoying some football when the phone … [Read more...] about 5 Awesome Ways to Help Your Arrested Friend
Private Lawyers vs. Public Defenders
If you're in the unfortunate situation of having to defend yourself against criminal charges in a court of law, one of the fundamental decisions you'll need to make is who will represent you in your … [Read more...] about Private Lawyers vs. Public Defenders
Crime Spikes and Pretrial Release Programs (the Ugly Truth)
There is a simplistic view of the world that some people have - that there are good, law-abiding citizens, and then there is a criminal class from whom those good people need to be protected against. … [Read more...] about Crime Spikes and Pretrial Release Programs (the Ugly Truth)