Hosted by the National Sheriffs’ Association Pregnant women present a unique set of medical, social, logistical, and custody issues for jails. This webinar, presented by an ob-gyn who has worked in jails and on developing best practices guidelines, will highlight some...
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women is seeking applications for the FY 2019 Sexual Assault Services Culturally Specific Program. These grants will support the creation, maintenance, and expansion of sustainable sexual assault...
The Virginian-Pilot By Gary A. Harki Like most cities around the country Norfolk does not have money pouring in for mental health services. Last year, the legislature rejected a request by the Hampton Roads Regional Jail, which takes many of Norfolk’s sickest inmates,...
By The Council of State Governments Justice Center Staff Today, President Trump signed into law bipartisan legislation to reform the federal prison system. The First Step Act, which passed the U.S. Senate 87-12 and the House 358-36, will usher in significant changes...
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics, in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Criminal Justice Information Services Division, is seeking applications for funding to support the efforts of selected local law enforcement...
