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MIRS News article: Nessel Gives Detailed Expungement Bill Critique In Person

Kate McCracken2019-10-09T14:51:16-04:00October 9th, 2019|

In a move not common with former Attorney Generals, AG Dana NESSEL personally appeared before the House's Judiciary Committee today to support legislation widening the universe of reformed offenders who can get convictions expunged off their records. [...]

Gongwer article: Bipartisan Bills Reforming Expungement Process Coming This Week

Kate McCracken2019-09-10T16:22:52-04:00September 10th, 2019|

Legislation expanding the state's expungements laws to allow residents to set aside old and low-level convictions will be introduced in the House this week, lawmakers announced in Detroit and Kalamazoo on Monday. The legislation has [...]

Updated: Fact Sheet: Clean Slate

Kate McCracken2019-09-06T16:42:52-04:00September 6th, 2019|

To learn more about Automatic Expungement also referred to as ‘Clean Slate’ legislation, read Safe & Just Michigan’s one-page fact sheet (updated September 6, 2019). Download>> Clean Slate Legislation Fact Sheet

Gongwer article: Lawmakers Planning Reforms To How Convictions Can Be Set Aside

Kate McCracken2019-07-24T08:02:24-04:00July 16th, 2019|

With the underutilization of the state's current expungement process – allowing those who qualify to set aside certain convictions, which helps with gaining employment and seeing higher wages – lawmakers are looking at a variety [...]

Safe & Just Michigan Summer 2019 edition – newsletter released

Kate McCracken2019-07-10T11:01:58-04:00July 10th, 2019|

The newsletter reports on policy updates, outreach and educational activities, and new SJM staff members. Download>> SJM Summer 2019 Newsletter Please subscribe to our mailing list to receive the SJM e-newsletter on the latest legislative actions.

Gongwer article: Criminal Justice Reform A Shift From Tough-On-Crime Era Of ’80s, ’90s

Kate McCracken2019-05-14T12:46:53-04:00May 14th, 2019|

A major policy shift on criminal justice laws is taking place, sweeping aside the tough-on-crime stances of the 1980s and 1990s and replacing it with an increased focus on rehabilitation, lowering recidivism and preparing offenders [...]

Safe & Just Michigan Spring 2019 edition – newsletter released

Kate McCracken2019-03-26T15:23:20-04:00March 26th, 2019|

The newsletter reports on ‘Clean Slate', a new SJM team member and analysis of data from the Michigan Department of Corrections. It provides updates on SJM outreach and educational efforts. Download>> SJM Spring 2019 Newsletter [...]

Safe & Just Michigan releases December 2018 e-newsletter

Kate McCracken2018-12-20T16:31:53-05:00December 20th, 2018|

Click on the link below to read our December 20, 2018 e-newsletter. Download: Safe & Just Michigan December 2018 e-newsletter Stay connected with Safe & Just Michigan for the latest information on local, state, and national [...]

Safe & Just Michigan Winter 2018 edition – newsletter released

Kate McCracken2019-03-26T15:16:59-04:00December 11th, 2018|

The newsletter reports on objective parole, ‘Clean Slate’ and the lame duck session. It reports on the SJM Annual Membership Meeting and dinner and provides updates on SJM outreach efforts. Download>> SJM Winter 2018 Newsletter Please subscribe [...]

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ACLU URGES OFFICIALS TO DEVELOP PROACTIVE COVID-19 PLANS FOR JAILS AND PRISONS

Kate McCracken2020-03-16T15:12:39-04:00March 16th, 2020|Categories: Media, Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Publication author, Publication Type, Resources, Safe & Just Michigan, Topic|

The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan (ACLU), together with [...]

Michigan Voting Rights for Justice Involved People

Kate McCracken2020-01-30T16:49:45-05:00January 30th, 2020|Categories: Fact sheet, Publication author, Publication Type, Reentry, Resources, Safe & Just Michigan, Topic|

Michigan grants voting rights to most people otherwise qualified to [...]

Michigan Joint Task Force on Jail and Pretrial Incarceration’s 18 Legislative Recommendations

Kate McCracken2020-01-30T17:09:43-05:00January 30th, 2020|Categories: Fact sheet, Jails, Publication author, Publication Type, Resources, Safe & Just Michigan, Topic|

In January 2020, the Michigan Joint Task Force on Jail [...]

Gongwer article: Panel: ‘Get In Each Other’s Lanes’ To Aid Former Inmates In Jobs, Housing

Kate McCracken2019-11-15T10:55:48-05:00November 15th, 2019|Categories: Media, Other, Publication author, Publication Type, Reentry, Resources, Topic|

Officials with government agencies and private organizations told stakeholders at [...]

Safe & Just Michigan Fall 2019 edition – newsletter released

Kate McCracken2019-11-12T11:48:35-05:00November 12th, 2019|Categories: Lifers, Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Newsletter, Publication author, Publication Type, Reentry, Resources, Safe & Just Michigan, Sentencing, Topic|

The newsletter reports on policy updates, outreach and educational activities. [...]

MIRS news article: Expungement Bills Move To House Floor With Small Changes

Kate McCracken2019-10-30T13:24:15-04:00October 30th, 2019|Categories: Newsletter, Publication author, Publication Type, Reentry, Resources, Safe & Just Michigan, Topic, Topics|

Legislation that would allow more people to set-aside qualifying crimes [...]

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