In allocating limited correctional resources to maximize public safety returns for each taxpayer dollar spent, it is important to know which offenders pose the greatest risk and what strategies are most effective in reducing that risk for various types of offenders.
Second chances make communities safer and the state’s workforce stronger
April is Second Chance Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness of the numerous harmful collateral consequences of a criminal conviction and unlock opportunities for people impacted by the criminal justice system. This month is a reminder of the importance of removing those barriers while we continue to advance evidence-based policies that can safely lower...