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As to my "give back" to all Florida Bar Members to celebrate the start of 44th year, how about a FREE CLE with following approved Florida Bar accreditation: General 2.0 - Professionalism 1.0 - Ethics 1.0 - Technology 1.5. This is a gift from Judge Ralph Artigliere (retired) and me, with help from EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model. Put it in your calendar for June 28th. You can download for 18 months thereafter for full credit. Name of the Course: "My AI Did It!" Is No Excuse for Unethical or Unprofessional Conduct: Consideration of recent case law and ethics opinions. More details to follow.

At The Justice Together Initiative, we have refreshed our strategy and theory of change as we approach the first five years of the initiative. Check out my blog explaining what we have learned so far and what's changed: https://lnkd.in/dbPv9SDB

Today is World Justice Day. And here is my video.

I am excited to share a new blog post that explores the historical significance of the Society in Dedham for Apprehending Horse Thieves. This organization played a crucial role in early American society by addressing crime and fostering community safety in the 19th century. In this post, we delve into the origins of the society, its impact on local law enforcement, and the importance of collective action in confronting crime during a time when such issues deeply affected rural communities. I invite you to read the full article to gain insight into this fascinating piece of history and its relevance today. Discover more at [this link](https://ift.tt/myeL281).

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Another great article posted by the Director of Second Look Network at The Sentencing Project regarding use of clemency powers to address excessive sentences. The number of older people in State & Federal prisons is increasing faster than any other age group. How could anyone claim that the point of incarceration was to incapacitate the truly dangerous when there are more people older than 55 in US prisons (165,000) than there are people in the high-crime range of 18-24? Geriatric healthcare in prison is both disgraceful and expensive. It costs on average, 3x more to incarcerate an older person than a younger one. Governor Andy Beshear could help alleviate the excessive costs mass incarceration has incurred on Kentucky as a proponent for second chances, and providing additional resources to protect public education and access to affordable healthcare-basic rights to the citizens of the Commonwealth. #SecondLookLaws #FreeKarenBrown  

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Another great article posted by the Director of Second Look Network at The Sentencing Project regarding use of clemency powers to address excessive sentences. The number of older people in State & Federal prisons is increasing faster than any other age group. How could anyone claim that the point of incarceration was to incapacitate the truly dangerous when there are more people older than 55 in US prisons than there are people in high crime range of 18-24? Geriatric healthcare in prison is both disgraceful and expensive. It costs on average, 3x more to incarcerate an older person than a younger one. National survey data according to the Prison Policy Initiative show that most victims support violence prevention, social investment, and alternatives to incarceration that address the root causes of crime, not more investment in carceral systems that cause more harm. Governor Andy Beshear could help alleviate the excessive costs mass incarceration has incurred on Kentucky as a proponent for second chances, and providing additional resources to protect public education and access to affordable healthcare-basic rights to the citizens of the Commonwealth. #SecondLookLaws #KyFreeKarenBrown

We don't need the BOP it is diluting resources from local prisons and neither does the job they are pretending to do. The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and its impact on local correctional facilities. We need to advocate for a decentralized approach, where local prisons may better serve communities without the administrative and resource burdens associated with a federal system. Resource Allocation: If the BOP's existence and operations are indeed diverting crucial resources from local correctional facilities, redirecting funds and responsibilities could strengthen the capacity of local systems to address community-specific needs. Efficiency and Effectiveness: Many argue that federal oversight often leads to inefficiencies or one-size-fits-all solutions that don't align with local realities. Disbanding or restructuring the BOP could allow for more tailored and effective prison management. Rehabilitation vs. Incarceration: Both federal and local prisons often fall short in rehabilitating inmates. Perhaps resources could be better used in community-based programs, diversion initiatives, or improved rehabilitation efforts. Policy Implications: Such a shift would have significant implications for sentencing laws, jurisdictional authority, and the management of federal prisoners currently housed in state facilities.

The magic of our work often lies in the messy, nonlinear sauce of collaboration—the places where real change takes root. Learn more about how we take a strategic, layered approach to justice reform in our 2023-24 Annual Report. bit.ly/4dBVilR