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Michigan SB 599 clears Senate committee
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From our friends at Safe & Just Michigan: On Thursday, April 18, 2024, the Michigan Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety Committee voted Senate Bill 599, which fixes problems in the existing Medically Frail Parole law, out of committee and onto the floor of the Senate. A substitute was made to the original bill…
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Virtual Event: Strategic Communications in Criminal Legal Reform
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The post Virtual Event: Strategic Communications in Criminal Legal Reform first appeared on Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration. Are you the one running the show on your organization’s social media? Do you handle website updates like a champ? Are you the go-to person for getting your cause in the news spotlight? If you said…
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Grand Rapids Events Illuminate Second Chance Month
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The post Grand Rapids Events Illuminate Second Chance Month first appeared on Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration. West Michigan has a proud history of supporting second chances. Come out for these events to celebrate second chances and build support for second look legislation. And be sure to sign the petition below to show that people…
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Citizens for Prison Reform Hosts Storytelling Workshops & Capital Day
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In preparation for Legislative Education Day, Citizens for Prison reform is hosting storytelling workshops to help families who have lost visitation with their loved ones practice and prepare to speak with their legislators on on Legislative Education Day on May 16. 2024 RSVP using the QR code or by clicking links below: April 15th –…
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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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