Blog May 2, 2017
Free Our Dreams and “Quest for Democracy” Highlight California’s Path to Justice Reform
On May 8th, groups from across California will come together in Sacramento to highlight the need for transformative justice policy reform that is strongly informed by the most impacted communities.
Blog Apr 25, 2017
Returning to Reentry
Collaborative courts connect clients with needed services and emphasize rehabilitation over punishment.
On April 4th, SB 190 and SB 439 passed Senate policy committees after strong testimony from legislators and advocates, and broad public support.
CJCJ is co-sponoring two bills in the California legislature this year that would lessen the impact of the juvenile justice system on youth and their families.
Blog Mar 14, 2017
Sentencing Reform in California
CJCJ’s executive director, Daniel Macallair, testified before the California Legislature on the need for increased uniformity in county implementation of sentencing laws to reduce mass incarceration.