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Man gets 20 years for robbing a woman, threatening her with a knife

A 21-year-old man is headed to prison for robbing a woman, then coming at her with a knife. Jesse Hill got 20 years for the crime and violating the probation he was already on for burglary.

What Women Bring to Corrections

Contrary to what some people think, their presence enhances security and operations.

The Practical Case for Parole for Violent Offenders

This is one way to fix an unsustainable criminal justice system, and make it more humane.

Why your city government should buy your local newspaper

Newspapers are critical for America's civic health. The government should fund them.

How Does a Bail Bond Work?

You may be wondering is a bail bond a loan? This article explains how to bail out of jail, how bail works, and what the definition of bail really is.

How to spot ATM skimming devices

What to look out for when using an ATM, and what you can do to protect your account.

Correctional Facility Table Bases: Fixed Seating vs. X-Base vs. Cylinder vs. Legs

When picking out a designer grade table for your home’s dining room, you probably will base your decision largely upon the table top and how it fits in with the room’s design. After all, that is the most visible part of the table and the one that is inflicted with most of the spills, scratches …

Do you know where they are? Probation/parole seek 3 absconders

What’s the Difference Between Probation and Parole?

Probation and parole are two different things – and with extended supervision in the mix, it can be even more confusing. This guide explains.

Why life without parole is nearly always too long

Keeping the elderly imprisoned is expensive and often pointless | Leaders

When It Comes to Parole Supervision, Less is More

People who are returning from prison face a gauntlet of challenges. Why do we make things more difficult for them by making them subject to technical violations that have little to do with public safety?

Online Course: Ten Steps to Transforming Probation Departments to Reduce Recidivism

The American Probation and Parole Association has released an online course designed in partnership with the National Reentry Resource Center. Based on The Council of State Governments Justice Center publication A Ten-Step Guide to Transforming Probation Departments to Reduce Recidivism, the course provides a ten-step action plan to help a probation department visualize transformation of its practices from beginning to end, and to align it with…

What are the types of probation for DUI?

Driving under the influence penalties come with a penalty of probation, which is an opportunity for an individual to prove ability to not drink and drive.

How to Shorten Probation

Probation is imposed on a person in lieu of a jail sentence. The length of probation will depend on the offense committed. Generally, probation can last from one to three years but can be longer for serious offenses like drug or sex...

How to navigate residency probation [PODCAST]

This anonymous physician resident shares his story and discusses his KevinMD article, "How to navigate residency probation."

Corporate Probation: Punishing or Punting?

U.S. tactic of settling investigations without indicting companies is popular, but controversial.

What Are the Consequences of a Probation Violation?

A probation violation can carry serious consequences. The judge can continue the probation term with or without modifications, such as adding conditions or extending

Why Life Without Parole Is A Death Sentence With Fewer Legal Protections

There are 56,000 people in the United States serving life-without-parole sentences who don’t get the same legal defense or opportunities to appeal as those facing execution.