Justice and Due Process
Structuring Sentencing and Sanctions for Real Rehabilitation
Joe broke Sarah’s car window and stole her purse. This isn’t Joe’s first run-in with the law. He is already on probation, has two prior felonies ...
2022 Bills
Decreasing Recidivism by Rewarding Employment
In Utah, it has been commonplace to think that “locking them up and throwing away the key” is the easiest solution to deal with those who commit crimes. This approach has immense consequences not only for the individuals...
Justice and Due Process
Changes coming to probation and parole
Technical violations should not result in jail, and this bill takes the first step to help make sure that doesn’t happen. The Sentencing Commission has already done a lot of great work on Utah’s probation and parole system, and...
2021 Bills
HB 290: Reducing Incarceration for Technical Violations
HB 290 stops the use of incarceration for technical violations on probation and parole.