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This Court Aims to Build Safety by Focusing on the Individual
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  • This Court Aims to Build Safety by Focusing on the Individual

    By offering people the support and resources they need to find a better path, Manhattan’s Felony Alternative to Incarceration Court is working to build a safer New York for us all.

    Feb 18, 2025

    The Human Costs of Fines and Fees
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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.

    Feb 4, 2025

    A Constitutional Right, But Public Defense Comes with a Fee
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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.

    Jan 22, 2025

    10 Milestones in Community Justice in 2024
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  • 10 Milestones in Community Justice in 2024

    Look back at some creative new initiatives, fresh perspectives on justice policy, and milestones in Community Justice from our teams across the Center.

    Dec 11, 2024

    Giving Thanks for Community
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  • Giving Thanks for Community

    This Thanksgiving, our teams and community partners are working together to make sure everyone has delicious meals to share with family and friends.

    Nov 27, 2024

    Investing in Community, by Community
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  • Investing in Community, by Community

    To build lasting safety, we need to invest in communities. Through a unique model of civic engagement, our team puts resident voices at the center of those investments.

    Nov 21, 2024

    Meeting the Needs of Veterans in the Justice System
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  • Meeting the Needs of Veterans in the Justice System

    By building effective, people-centered practices in veterans treatment courts across the country, we can strengthen networks of support for our veterans to keep them in their communities and connected to the services they need.

    Nov 11, 2024