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The California Legislature Approves Additional $270 Million for Jail Construction
- Maureen Washburn, Jun 21, 2016
On June 15, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill (SB) 844, creating yet another allocation for local criminal justice facility construction.
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Informed Policymaking Begins with Data Collection
- Maureen Washburn, May 24, 2016
Recently proposed legislation would expand the California Department of Justice’s data collection apparatus and propel justice system reform.
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California Must Prioritize In-Person Visits
- Brian Goldstein, May 17, 2016
California’s county jails are exacerbating the collateral consequences of incarceration by adopting "video visitation" instead of allowing family members and children to visit in person.
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National Reentry Week & April News from CJCJ
- Apr 29, 2016
CJCJ'S Direct service team reflects on National Reentry Wee , San Francisco leadership discusses Prop. 47's impact on crime, & CJCJ advocates for community opportunity at the state Senate.
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Senate subcommittee votes to improve Prop. 47 funding process
- Erica Webster, Apr 20, 2016
The state legislature hears concerns about the unequal representation of communities most impacted by criminal justice policy.
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$250 Million Proposed for Jail Construction Raises Questions from the Legislature
- Brian Goldstein, Mar 23, 2016
The California Assembly Committee questions the need for an additional $250 Million in local adult facility construction funding.
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Spotlight on New Juvenile and Criminal Justice Legislation
- Maureen Washburn, Mar 8, 2016
Newly proposed legislation would preserve access to in-person visitation, strengthen juvenile data collection, and involve law enforcement officers in diversion.
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Board of State and Community Corrections Meeting November 12, 2015
- Erica Webster, Feb 16, 2016
Unofficial meeting minutes from the November 2015 BSCC meeting.
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California Needs Data-driven Juvenile Justice
- Brian Goldstein, Feb 16, 2016
Data can tell a story. The absence of data and thoughtful analysis can do the same, by illustrating that the state is not adequately prioritizing juvenile justice.
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Governor Brown Proposes Additional $250 Million in Adult Facility Construction Funding
- Maureen Washburn, Jan 27, 2016
Governor Brown’s 2016-2017 budget proposal increases state spending on local criminal justice facilities, while limiting competition for funds.
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Proposition 47 Savings: Reinvest in California’s Communities
- Erica Webster, Jan 21, 2016
The BSCC will be hosting four community meetings in southern California, providing an opportunity for advocates to voice their opinions about how Proposition 47 funding should be used.
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November news from CJCJ
- Nov 30, 2015
In this issue: CJCJ voices concern about jail funding and Prop. 47 at the BSCC, Wraparound youth client is ready for a fresh start, and After the Doors Were Locked by Daniel Macallair is now available!
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November BSCC meeting kick starts big projects
- Erica Webster, Nov 17, 2015
Last week, the Board of State and Community Corrections approved $500 million in county facility construction funding and appointed chairs for its Proposition 47 subcommittee.
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Monterey County residents discuss impact of Proposition 47
- Brian Goldstein, Sep 22, 2015
On September 10, local elected officials, community leaders, and neighbors in Monterey County’s City of Seaside gathered to learn about the impact of Proposition 47 on state policymaking and local public safety,
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Assembly Select Committee Hears from Youth of Color
- Erica Webster, Sep 3, 2015
Community groups, advocate organizations, and young people of color who compose the Alliance for Boys and Men of Color meet with legislators, discuss policy, and request that community leaders have input in decisions affecting their neighborhoods.
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June news from CJCJ
- Jun 30, 2015
Advocates voice concerns with $500 million for facility construction; San Francisco County holds hearing on bias in the justice system; CJCJ adult client gives back.
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Community-Based Leadership of Color is Necessary for Effective Reform
- Erica Webster, Jun 16, 2015
In California, people of color are more strongly represented at every stage of the criminal justice system except in decision-making roles.
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Advocacy groups criticize $500 million in local jail funding
- Jun 10, 2015
The Associated Press quotes CJCJ's Director of Policy and Development, Brian Goldstein, on the finalized application, approved by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), through which California counties may request portions of $500 million to fund jail construction.
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Advocacy groups criticize $500 million in local jail funding
- Jun 9, 2015
The Associated Press reports on CJCJ's criticisms of the rubric by which the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) plans to distribute $500 million in jail construction funding to California counties.
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How Will California Spend $500 Million for Criminal Justice Facilities?
- Brian Goldstein, Jun 4, 2015
On June 10th, California's Board of State and Community Corrections will meet to finalize the request for proposals (RFP) for $500 million in adult facility construction funding. These funding decisions will unquestionably have a long-term impact for all Californians.
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BSCC Town Hall in Oakland
- Brian Goldstein, Mar 10, 2015
Over 300 community members recently gathered in Oakland’s Imani Community Church to hear about a transformative moment in California’s criminal justice system: Proposition 47.
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Increasing Public Engagement with California's BSCC
- Brian Goldstein, Feb 17, 2015
The February 12 BSCC Board meeting in Ventura saw promising developments, but the agency must be transparent and inclusive of those communities most impacted by their decisions.
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California’s opportunity to move beyond prison-like facilities for youth
- Courtney Lam, Feb 3, 2015
The punitive prison-like facilities that dominate juvenile corrections are clearly not working. California should use new funding stream to create nurturing, rehabilitative environments.
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California Must Prioritize Pretrial Services Before Expansion of Adult Facilities
- Erica Webster, Jan 20, 2015
After California’s legislature approved $500 million dollars in construction funding to local adult criminal justice facilities, the state is now in a position to determine what type of facilities it should invest in.
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After Proposition 47: Following the money
- Lizzie Buchen, Nov 18, 2014
Two weeks ago, California voters ushered in a landmark opportunity to reduce the state’s over-reliance on incarceration. Now it's up to advocates to make sure the savings get into the right hands.