Tag Archives: prison reform

In 2018, American courts handed down fewer than 50 new death sentences, while the states still allowing capital punishment carried out fewer than 30 executions. This data, along with other recent updates, shows the decline of capital punishment in the U.S.

The lawsuit filed in each state alleged the constitutional rights of the inmates were being violated by the prison’s failure to accommodate their religious practices and provide adequate nutrition.

Both a guard and a therapist are accused of assault.

Texas's reforms, including diversion programs for low-level drug offenders, increased attention to rehabilitation and work readiness, and other “second chance” measures, reduced recidivism and the incarceration rate. The federal Justice Department should take notice.

Sports in prison are more than just a way for inmates to blow off steam.

Where Obama sought to reduce unnecessary incarceration for minor crimes, Trump signed three executive orders that 'Rolling Stone' called “consistent with his firm but demonstrably false view that crime is out of control.”

Education is a key component to reforming inmates and keeping them from returning to prison

Prison education and rehabilitation programs can provide practical skills, career and vocational skills, and critical thinking skills. They can help with mental and behavioral issues, and provide access to higher education courses; some achieve diplomas and degrees while incarcerated. These programs are vital to improving lives, especially since many prisoners come from poverty, do not have high school diplomas, and lack outside support networks.

If we as Americans want prisoners to succeed at something pro-social whether it be writing, learning, or not returning to a life of crime, we have to provide them with the tools to do so.

Providing college-level education to inmates has been shown to dramatically reduce recidivism and the cost to taxpayers of incarceration.