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What Measures Are Prisons Taking To Slow Spread Of COVID-19?
Because prison guards have largely refused to get vaccinated, prisons have taken other measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. Do they work?
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What Rights Do You Have When Police Knock On Your Door?
When police knock on your door, you probably know you have legal rights that protect you. But do you know which ones?
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What Programs And Activities Qualify Under The First Step Act?
Incarcerated people can earn time off their sentence under the First Step Act, but what programs and activities qualify for time credits?
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How to Access Post-Release Support: Does the Court Arrange it or Does the Responsibility Fall on the Family?
There are many supports for people post-release. While your parole officer may help, the court is not always responsible. Individuals often have to find and apply for supports on their own.
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Is Your Loved One Earning First Step Act Time Credits Yet?
If you have a loved one in prison, you’ve likely heard about the First Step Act, but can your loved one earn time credits under the Act yet?
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Can You Get 54 Days Off Your Sentence Per Year For Good Time?
Under federal law, you can get 54 days off your sentence per year for good time. But does that mean you really get the full 54 days?
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Will People Released Under the CARES Act Have To Go Back?
Thousands of people were released from prison under the CARES Act, but will they have to go back to prison once the COVID-19 pandemic ends?
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How Are Civil And Criminal Cases Related To Each Other?
Civil and criminal cases are separate in the United States justice system, but the two concepts are still related. Understand why.
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What Does Beyond A Reasonable Doubt Actually Mean?
In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. What does the term “beyond a reasonable doubt” mean?
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Can You File For Unemployment Benefits After Time In Prison?
You can’t receive unemployment benefits while you are in prison, but you can receive them after your release if you qualify.
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