SFPD in 'substantial compliance' with reform, ending era of state monitoringSFPD has achieved substantial compliance with 272 criminal justice reforms, effectively ending state oversight after significant changes were made.
Her mother's killer was freed because of cancer. She wants to change California's lawsThe case of Paul Carl Tomasini raises complex issues around compassionate release laws for seriously ill prisoners, especially those with violent convictions.
California lawmakers speed retail theft bills ahead of Prop. 47 ballot measure deadlineCalifornia lawmakers are expediting bills to address retail theft, aiming to prevent changes to Proposition 47 through a toughening law ballot measure.
Racial disparities endure despite steep decline in city's minor arrests, finds Brennan Center for JusticeBlack New Yorkers' likelihood of facing low-level offenses increased despite a decrease in charges.Criminal justice reforms drive the drop in low-level cases among Black New Yorkers.