Criminal law is not just for criminals anymore-at least not criminals as we have traditionally defined them. Significant differences between criminal and civil law make criminal law an overly blunt instrument for regulating non-fraudulent business activities.
Criminal Justice
Making sure released inmates have state IDs is a step toward rehabilitation
For most law-abiding citizens, identification is so routine we barely think about it. But without an ID, everyday tasks become major obstacles. You cannot easily apply for a job, secure housing, open a bank account or handle basic paperwork without the ability to verify your identity. For someone leaving incarceration and trying to reenter society...
April 28, 2026