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Court Date reminders identified as one of the ways to reduce pre-trial jail costs in this report. If, you are interested in how eCrourtDate can reduce incarceration costs, please contact me. #judiciary#criminaljustice

Hello brothers Mass Incarceration’s Reach: The social, moral, and fiscal costs associated with the large-scale, decades-long investment in mass imprisonment cannot be justified by any evidence of its effectiveness. Misguided changes in sentencing law and policy –not crime– account for the majority of the increase in correctional supervision.4 Mass incarceration instigates numerous poor physical, psychological, and economic outcomes for the people who experience imprisonment, for their families, as well as for the broader community. Imprisonment leads to declining prospects for employment and results in lower earnings in the longer term. Food insecurity, housing instability, and reliance on public assistance are also associated with prior imprisonment. Children of incarcerated parents suffer tremendously; imprisonment of a parent leads to significant declines in academic and health outcomes for children. High levels of incarceration also destabilizes entire communities, leading to dissolution of informal networks that are known to serve as barriers to neighborhood crime.9 Trust in law enforcement deteriorates as community members experience elevated levels of victimization and the loss of community members, friends, and family members to incarceration. https://lnkd.in/g2rd2Fpq

We know that youth incarceration increases the prospect of future criminal behaviours and repeat incarceration. And that misconduct by children arises from social and economic factors, such as poverty and neglect. Yet across Australia, at any time, around 400 children aged just 10 to 13 are incarcerated for criminal actions. Youth offending is a serious problem, but governments must find another way. Child 'crime' will not be reduced by harsh, expensive and counter-productive criminal law policies, but by addressing the underlying drivers of these behaviours. Read more on Intouch. #RaiseTheAge https://lnkd.in/gk4k4n2u

We talk of #SecondChanceMonth, but rarely do we recognize that many of the millions of people returning from jail and prison each year never got a first one. Mass incarceration means mass reentry. Instead of ‘reentry’, perhaps we should think of the goal for people returning as ‘entry’, recognizing the necessity of social integration. Our vision for the social integration of returning citizens starts with two priorities: immediate access to housing and to trauma-informed therapy. ➡️ Read more: https://lnkd.in/eRE4EvPZ #UnlockSecondChances

Join us for a webinar on "Mass Incarceration is a Public Health Issue" on May 15th, 2024, at 11:30 AM CT. Mass incarceration, rarely discussed in our field, directly impacts all public health issues. This presentation sheds light on its effects on communities. Grounded in principles of abolition, we critically analyze the history of mass incarceration in the US, exposing its roots in oppression and the criminalization of our communities. The presentation emphasizes the field's insufficient research, policy, and practice in this area, which produces consequences beyond prison walls. The speakers will delve into how incarceration exacerbates and drives health disparities, leading to worse physical and mental health outcomes, especially for American Indians, Blacks, people of color, and other marginalized communities. The presentation concludes with reflective questions for the audience to envision a public health system that actively promotes equity and contributes to the abolition of the prison industrial complex. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gMdQ9jgY. #Webinar #massincarceration #publichealth #equity

Law enforcement plays a crucial role in assisting the reintegration of inmates back into society: Pre-release: * Connecting inmates with reentry programs: Facilitating access to educational, vocational, and substance abuse programs while incarcerated. * Building relationships with community organizations: Establishing partnerships with organizations that provide housing, employment, and counseling services to ex-offenders. Post-release: * Probation and parole supervision: Monitoring compliance with release conditions, providing guidance, and connecting individuals with necessary resources. * Community policing: Building trust and rapport with ex-offenders, offering support, and addressing concerns to prevent recidivism. * Employment assistance: Collaborating with employers willing to hire ex-offenders and advocating for policies that remove barriers to employment. * Mental health and substance abuse support: Connecting individuals with appropriate treatment services to address underlying issues that may contribute to criminal behavior. Overall goals: * Reducing recidivism: By providing support and resources, law enforcement aims to decrease the likelihood of reoffending. * Promoting public safety: Successful reintegration of ex-offenders contributes to safer communities. * Restoring trust: Building positive relationships between law enforcement and formerly incarcerated individuals can improve community relations. By actively participating in reentry efforts, law enforcement can make a significant contribution to the successful transition of inmates back into society.

As of 2021, Latinx youth were 16% more likely to be detained or committed in juvenile facilities compared to their white peers. Over the past decade, incarceration disparities between Latinx and white youth have significantly declined, though disparities still exist. Between 2011 and 2021, juvenile placements fell by 59% overall, with Latinx youth placements declining by 65% compared to 57% for white youth. To learn more about the state of — and disparities in— youth incarceration check out this report by The Sentencing Project ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eXeXPrBn

Criminal Justice Reform: Evaluating Alternatives to Mass Incarceration. The U.S. leads the world in incarceration rates, driving urgent calls for change. Discover how evaluating alternatives can create a fairer, more effective justice system. Read the full article here:  https://lnkd.in/djEpcYDe #CriminalJusticeReform #MassIncarceration #Equity #JusticeSystem #AlternativesToIncarceration #SocialJustice #ReformNow #TheCIOtoday

Prison labor is often seen as exploitation if wages are low, but is wage the only factor? The US faces a massive incarceration issue, with 2.3M imprisoned and 650K released annually. Without marketable skills, many re-offend. For-profit companies can help by providing training and job opportunities, both during and after incarceration. Let's redefine exploitation and focus on long-term growth and empowerment. https://lnkd.in/gV_RbNu5 by Tina Stine #TeleverdeEffect #empowerment