The presumption of innocence – the idea that everyone in the United States is innocent until proven otherwise – is turned on its head by the public sharing of mugshots.
Melissa EtehadNovember 18, 2024
Ten years after Michael Brown's death, the urgency to confront systemic injustices in our criminal justice system remains as vital as ever.
David GasparAugust 9, 2024
Harris's entry into the presidential race has inspired vitriol and misinformation about charitable bail funds.
Jeremy ChersonJuly 31, 2024
If you can’t afford a lawyer, you might not get one. At every step of a court case, your Constitutional right to an attorney may surprise you.
Claire MaukschJuly 19, 2024
Discover how other countries ensure public safety without relying on unaffordable cash bail, challenging the U.S. system's inequalities.
Avery BizzellJuly 8, 2024
The pretrial process can be full of confusing terms. Check out our bail glossary for clear definitions to help you navigate a little easier.
Jeremy ChersonJuly 2, 2024
AI may be helpful in creating a playlist or business plan, but its potential in the courtroom presents an unsettling future and concerning present.
Hannah WebsterJune 28, 2024
Pretrial justice expert Miriam Popper breaks down how community-based support for people awaiting trial can have lasting positive effects for everyone.
Lizzie TriboneJune 26, 2024
This father-son hitmaking duo comes together to heal through music, creating a powerful new album that explores the impact of incarceration on their family.
Chloe JacksonJune 14, 2024
Steven Donziger, a folk hero among law students and environmental activists, has an extraordinary story that remains widely unknown.
Shannon SoperJune 11, 2024
