Sentencing Law

It’s Time To Hold Prosecutors Acountable

Harsh and discriminatory sentences aren’t just about the law, but about choices made by people responsible for enforcing them.

Lawyers Are Getting Their Clients’ Sentences Reduced By Showing Judges Short Documentaries

But are these films turning courts of law into theaters of law?

The Crapshoot Of Sentencing Laws

Need an example of the absurdity of our sentencing laws? A woman with stage IV breast cancer was recently sentenced to 75 years in jail.

Prison Snips Sentences If Inmates Snip… (Yes, We’re Talking About Vasectomies)

If you're wondering what your reproductive capacity is worth in America, it's about 30 days.

The Ultimate Stupidity Of Mandatory Sentencing

The only industry that will benefit from this cookie-cutter, throw-back approach is the prison industry.

SCOTUS Plays Hell With Congressional Intent In Mandatory Minimums Case

Most people don't trust lawyers and courts. This is why.

The Challenges Of White-Collar Sentencing

Balance is critical in making your case at sentencing.

Football Is A Matter Of Life And Limb In The South

When teams lose, children go to jail. It should be a national embarrassment.

Criminally Yours: In Jail For Life At Age 16

The Supreme Court's decision still leaves thousands of juveniles, or inmates who started off as juveniles, in the system indefinitely. What else can be done?