Criminal justice reform efforts led by States

6/1/16  Debate continues on Federal corrections and sentencing reforms, while several states have taken the lead in effecting change on the State level.  A sea change is underway around the country in the treatment and punishment of criminal offenders, as we seek ways to reduce prison overcrowding, lessen the collateral consequences of criminal convictions and combat discrimination in the treatment of former inmates in the areas of housing, employment, education, and more.

 

To see just what kinds of changes are being made around the nation, see the New York Times editorial article below:

 

http://nyti.ms/1X7zeFM

 

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