In California, a unique program offered a second chance to someone who once saw no future beyond prison or an early death. Today, that person is a college graduate and an advocate for criminal justice reform. The turning point? A diversion program that provided support instead of incarceration. Div
The justice system is often seen as a straightforward deal: crime equals punishment. But what if this idea is flawed and causes more harm than good? Two people, one who lost a loved one to violence and another who is currently in prison, share their thoughts on why the current system isn't working.
California's Proposition 47, passed in 2014, aimed to reduce mass incarceration and create a more equitable justice system. However, the well-intentioned reform has led to unintended consequences that are now fueling voter frustration. The state is grappling with an increase in property crimes and h
California is on the cusp of making a decision that will have far-reaching consequences for its criminal justice system. Proposition 36 on the November ballot proposes to unwind Proposition 47, which made some drug and theft crimes misdemeanors instead of felonies ten years ago. But before making an
