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Are There Programs For Veterans Being Released From Prison?
There are programs like the Veterans Justice Outreach Program and Veterans Treatment Courts to help veterans in and leaving prison.
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Explainer: What Happened To The EQUAL Act?
The EQUAL Act was bipartisan legislation with widespread public support. Now it’s stuck in the Senate. Why?
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Why Don’t Most Defendants Testify At Their Own Trials?
In general, most defendants don’t testify at their own criminal trials. But the decision whether to testify is always up to you.
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Explainer: The BOP FSA Time Credits Auto-Calculator
The BOP says that its FSA time credits auto-calculator is up and running. That’s news to everyone who uses it.
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Explainer: Do Prisoners Really Pay $249 Per Day?
Some states charge prisoner $249 per day for their incarceration. Almost always, they won’t have the money to pay it back.
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Explainer: Unanswered Questions About FSA Time Credits
There are a lot of questions about FSA time credits out there right now. Here’s the best information we have in less than 1,000 words.
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ICYMI: Lawsuit Filed Against Clark County (Indiana) Sheriff
A lawsuit against the Clark County Sheriff and other jail officials says they accepted a bribe in exchange for access to female detainees.
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What Is A Public Defender?
Public defenders are a key part of the criminal justice system and our Sixth Amendment right to counsel. Learn more here.
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What Is The Difference Between An Attorney And A Lawyer?
A lot of websites will tell you that there’s a difference between a lawyer and an attorney. But is there really a difference?
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What Is The Difference Between Felonies and Misdemeanors?
The differences between felonies and misdemeanors focus on the seriousness of the crime and the potential punishment.
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