Ban-the-Box: Good or Bad for Ex-Offenders?
It’s imperative to understand that ban-the-box policies are an important step in helping ex-offenders enter into a more equitable and fair labor market.
Douglas Carter and Integrity
Victims deserve finality. A lot of that is out of our control: convicted murderers on death row have every incentive to fight their conviction indefinitely. But by doing the right thing up front, police and prosecutors can ensure...
The Criminal Justice System Was Not Designed for People With Mental Illness
The criminal justice system was designed for rational people who respond to incentives. It’s a poor fit for people whose mental illness is so severe they are incapable of doing so.
Defendants Can Now Make More Informed Decisions About Plea Bargains
Defendants hold the right to trial, and there are circumstances when waiving that right and accepting a plea bargain are in a defendant’s best interest. However, that is a weighty decision and should be made with complete...
Jury Discretion in the Wild
Jury discretion — when a jury acquits a defendant despite clear evidence of guilt — is often discussed, but is rarely identified in the wild.
Psychotherapy Drugs for Mental Health
Mental health patients should be able to legally access and use psychotherapeutics under medical supervision, for medicinal purposes.