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Join the Criminal Justice Reform Legislation Coalition Meeting
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Join our coalition of community leaders in advocating for meaningful change in Lansing. Together, let’s address critical gaps in the criminal justice system and prioritize genuine public safety. Help us plan our upcoming Capitol Day! We meet every other Wednesday. The next meeting is Wednesday May 1, at 2-3 pm. Click this link to join!…
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New data and visualizations spotlight states’ reliance on excessive jailing
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “New data and visualizations spotlight states’ reliance on excessive jailing,” authored by Emily Widra One out of every three people behind bars is being held in a local jail, yet jails get almost none of the attention that prisons do. In 2017, we published an…
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Washtenaw County Sheriff Candidate Forum
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The League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County & The Dispute Resolution Center Present Washtenaw County Sheriff, Democratic Primary Candidate Forum Candidate forum May 8, 2024 for the August 6 Democratic Primary Election, Washtenaw County Sheriff. IN PERSON at Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center4135 Washtenaw Ave Ann Arbor Michigan 48108See map: Google Maps Moderated by the DRC’s Executive…
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MI Voting Rights Act Forum on April 15, 2024
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Join Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, State Senators Moss, Camilleri, Chang, and Geiss on Monday, April 15th, 2024 at 5:30 pm for a Michigan Voting Rights Act Community Forum being held at the Calvary Presbyterian Church of Detroit, located at 19125 Greenview Ave, Detroit 48219. Come and support! Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Over Charged and Over Convicted
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Many individuals face disproportionately harsh sentences, often due to systemic biases and inequities in our legal system. “Overcharged Over Convicted” aims to shed light on this critical issue by exploring the root causes of overcharging and over-sentencing, and their consequences for our communities. Together, let’s examine potential solutions for reform. Date: April 27, 2024 Time:…
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Recent data offer a detailed snapshot of the cost of family contact in local jails
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “Recent data offer a detailed snapshot of the cost of family contact in local jails,” authored by Wanda Bertram How many jails have eliminated in-person visits? How much of a kickback does your average jail get from its telecom providers? How common are tablets in…
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Clean Slate Year 3 Report Released – April 11, 2024
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This post Clean Slate Year 3 Report Released – April 11, 2024 appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. Safe & Just Michigan’s report, “Clean Slate Year 3: The First Year of Automatic Expungements — Looking Back and Looking Ahead,” outlines both the successes and challenges encountered since Clean Slate became a reality in Michigan.…
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Unlocking the Narrative: Building Safe Communities for all
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Join us for a presentation by Insha Rahman, Vice President for Advocacy and Partnerships at the Vera Institute of Justice and Director of Vera Action where she’ll discuss insights in national and Michigan research on crime and safety messaging. Discover effective strategies to shape the narrative, and beat tired “tough on crime” opposition with proven…
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April Special Elections: Early Voting Underway
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From our friends at Promote the Vote Michigan: It’s April! And the 2024 Special Election for House Districts 13 and 25 is fast approaching! Here are some reminders for voters in House Districts 13 and 25: Starting April 2 through 8 p.m. on Election Day (April 16), you must register to vote in person at…
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Nation Outside: Housing Not Hurdles Action Alert
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April is Fair Housing Month and as part of Nation Outside’s continuing Housing Not Hurdles campaign we NEED your voices for two critical opportunities to make a difference and be HEARD. Monday April 8, 2024 – Lansing The Lansing City Council Meeting will be on Monday, April 8th from 7-9pm at Lansing City Hall 124…
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Second Chance Month: FREE Expungement Fairs
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April is Second Chances Month, and while Clean Slate legislation offers hope to many of those impacted by the legal system in Michigan, for too many people a further barrier remains – Cost. Filing fees and other costs can total $100, putting a fresh start out of reach for many system-impacted people. Those who have…
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March 2024 Legislative Office visits to end JLWOP
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The post Office visits to end JLWOP appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. On March 5 and 6, 2024, a team of representatives from Safe & Just Michigan and the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth visited Michigan state representatives and senators to urge them to resume action on our bills to end…
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