Despite their given benefits, what could explain California’s disparity in split sentencing and how can counties work to increase their use?
CJCJ’s Policy Analyst, Brian Goldstein, is featured in the Juvenile Justice Information Exchange (JJIE) discussing the reform efforts that have happened among policymakers and advocacy groups after the Sandy Hook tragedy. Concerns are presented with regard to the the potential over reliance on the juvenile justice system to address issues in the educational environment.
Blog Jun 25, 2013
Innovation in a Land of Justice by Geography
In an era of Realignment a model program is born, San Francisco’s Adult Probation Department in partnership with a variety of community-based organizations celebrates the opening of the new Community Assessment and Service Center (CASC).
Newsroom Jun 21, 2013
Susan Sarandon: Colorado Was Just the Beginning
Actress Susan Sarandon supports the legalization and regulation of marijuana and asks others to do the same.
SB 649, authored by State Senator Mark Leno, pursues a similar approach to Realignment by recognizing that people convicted of simple drug possession, as well as the overall community, will not benefit from austere penalties. Rather, these individuals would benefit greatly from sentences that expand access to rehabilitation, which can be better provided through this bill.