Shane Correia - Center for Justice Innovation

Incarcerated Readers Receive Books for Second Annual Inside Literary Prize

Four new books have been selected for the 2025 Inside Literary Prize, the first major US book award judged by incarcerated people.

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The Human Costs of Fines and Fees

Fines and fees add to the burden on people navigating the justice system, making it harder to get back on their feet. There’s a better path to safety.

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A Constitutional Right, But Public Defense Comes with a Fee

More than 60 years after the Supreme Court guaranteed the right to an attorney for those who can’t afford one, public defense attorneys still often come with a price. Our new report takes a closer look at the role of defender fees across the country.

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Judge Rowan Wilson on the Power of Community Justice Centers

Community Justice Centers offer an innovative model for how we can “invest in institutions and spaces that reanimate community life.”