Guest Commentary: As a New Term Begins, Where Does the Supreme Court Stand on Criminal Justice?
Here’s what past criminal law rulings tell us about how the justices may interpret the law moving…
Justice Reform Group Opposes Los Angeles County Deal with Firm Linked to Law Enforcement
By The Vanguard Staff LOS ANGELES, CA – The criminal justice reform group La Defensa this week,…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 216: Phil Melendez and Second Chances
On October 19, the Vanguard will Honor Phil Melendez for his work as a formerly incarcerated person. …
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 215 – LaToya Bell Discusses Second Chances
This week on Everyday Injustice is former public defender LaToya Bell who is now working at the…
Guest Commentary: Request for a Discussion on Criminal Justice Reforms and Second Chances
by Rodney Wrice Dear Governor Newsom, My name is Rodney Wrice, and I am writing to you…
Recent Smash-and-Grab Robberies Result of Organized Crime, Not Criminal Justice Reform, LA Times Editorial Argues
By Yenah Lee & Holly Werris LOS ANGELES, CA — Within the past month, Los Angeles County…
Guest Commentary: Inviting President Biden to a Conversation on Criminal Justice, Success, and Second Chances
by Rodney Wrice Dear President Biden, In the midst of your demanding responsibilities as the leader of…
Connecticut Closes 10 State Prisons, Reduces Imprisoned People by Half – Crime Levels Lowest in More Than 40 Years
By The Vanguard HARTFORD, CT – “In 1999 Connecticut had so many people in prison that it…
Justice Reform Congressman Danny K. Davis Declares Support of Illinois Supreme Court Decision to Eliminate Cash Bail
By Cynthia Hoang-Duong WASHINGTON, DC – Continuing a lengthy career dedicated to criminal justice reform, Congressman Danny…
California Criminal Justice Statistical Reports for 2022 Reveal Reforms Led to Decreased Crime Despite Misinformation; PAC Supports New Measure to End Police Shootings
By Ximena Cesa Also see: Annual CA Attorney General Report Reveals – Among Other Statistics – Nearly…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 206: Bright and Kwak Discuss ‘Fear of Too Much Justice’
This week on Everyday Injustice we feature legendary attorney Stephen Bright and James Kwak who just released…
Largest Voting Rights Coalition in California Launches to Increase Election Turnout
Special to the Vanguard SACRAMENTO, CA — Hundreds of community leaders, advocates, and organizers representing labor, faith-based, Black,…
Guest Commentary: Justice and Safety, Not Fear, Continue to Win at the Ballot Box
In Pennsylvania and across the country, voters are electing candidates who offer solutions and hope, not fear…
‘Myths and Realities’: Policymakers Must Avoid Temptation to ‘Oversimplify’ Crime Stats, Study Concludes
By The Vanguard Staff NEW YORK, NY – Although the Covid-19 pandemic complicated things, “Now more than…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 198: Sean Wilson – Incarcerated to Reformer
At the age of 17, Sean Wilson was incarcerated and spent 17 years in prison. Since his…
Brooklyn NAACP President Urges Branch to ‘Stand Firm’ in Response to Potential Repeal of Bail Reform
By Jariah Moore BROOKLYN, NY – In a letter to members, NAACP Brooklyn branch President L. Joy…
CA Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Bills Addressing Wrongful Convictions and Mental Health Pass Key Senate Committee
By Michael Apfel SACRAMENTO, CA – Two criminal justice reform bills, SB 97 and SB 513, written…
New San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins Overturns Policies for Criminal Justice Reform Made by Chesa Boudin
By Sophia Martin SAN FRANCISCO – After San Francisco’s unconventional District Attorney Chesa Boudin was ousted in…
Criminal Justice Reform Nonprofit Supports Washington State Bill Changing Juvenile Sentencing Policies, Criticizes Current Policies
By Michael Apfel OLYMPIA, WA – Daniel Landsman, Deputy Director of the criminal justice reform organization Families…
Biden Criticized by Criminal Justice Reformers Over Stance on Republican Measure Blocking Changes to DC Crime Code
By Perla Brito and Audrey Sawyer WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Sentencing Project and a broad coalition of…