Videos

March 23, 2021
How Structural Racism, Disproportionate Incarceration, and COVID-19 are Affecting the Health of Communities of Color

COVID-19 has magnified the impact that structural racism and disproportionate incarceration have had on the health of communities of color.…

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March 11, 2021
Calculating Corrections Costs: The High Stakes of Probation and Parole

The first in our new #JusticeBriefingLive series, this event brings together experts from across the U.S. to explore challenges states face…

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February 17, 2021
Rethinking Competency to Stand Trial: A Complicated Road to Mental Health Treatment

The competency to stand trial process is designed to protect the rights of people who do not understand the charges…

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February 10, 2021
How One County Jail Maintains a 30% Population Drop

As county officials seek to create more social distancing in their jails, individual facilities have seen sharp population decreases since…

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November 23, 2020
COVID-19 Has Triggered Jail Population Drops—With One Exception

Jails across the U.S. are seeing reductions in their populations since the pandemic struck, yet local officials say the prevalence…

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November 2, 2020
Facing Budget Shortfall, Kansas Rep. Owens Says Criminal Justice Changes Could Be Solution

Like many states, Kansas is facing fiscal challenges as a result of the pandemic, including a $1.4 billion budget shortfall…

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November 2, 2020
A Career Prosecuting Violent Crimes Gives District Attorney Perspective on Drug-Related Offenses

As district attorney, Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett has been a vocal proponent of prioritizing prison space for people…

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October 26, 2020
Thaddeus Watts Has “Been Through the Storm.” Workforce Training Helped Him Weather It.

While incarcerated at Ellsworth Correctional Facility, Thaddeus Watts participated in the Private Industry program, which provides employment opportunities at more…

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