
Five Reasons Second Chance Policies Benefit Public Safety
Public safety isn’t just about punishment — it’s about prevention. Communities are safer when people have jobs, stable families, and a real chance to rebuild after a past mistake. That’s why second chance policies like Clean Slate have bipartisan support: they reduce recidivism, strengthen families, and break cycles of crime

Kristine Bunch: A Woman Wrongfully Convicted Becomes a Voice for Justice Reform
Welcome to the inaugural article of our compelling series at the Justice Reform Foundation, where we shine a light on the profound stories of individuals whose lives have been drastically altered by wrongful convictions. Through these narratives, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the critical issues within the criminal justice system and to amplify the voices that demand and drive reform. This series kicks off with the harrowing yet inspiring journey of Kristine Bunch, a woman who transformed her personal tragedy into a robust crusade for justice reform. Join us as we delve into Kristine’s story, examining the unique challenges faced by women in the justice system and exploring how wrongful convictions extend beyond the accused to touch the lives of families and communities.

Justice Reform Foundation Partners with TAMU Law to Open Criminal Defense Clinic & Drive Systemic Change
Justice Reform Foundation Announces Landmark Partnership with Texas A&M University School of Law to Open Criminal Defense Clinic and Drive Systemic Change.DALLAS, TEXAS, USA, April 5, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Justice Reform Foundation (JRF), a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming the criminal justice system, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Texas A&M University

Texas A&M Law, Justice Reform Foundation Announce Criminal Defense Clinic Partnership
Texas A&M Law and the Justice Reform Foundation (JRF), a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming the criminal justice system, have announced a groundbreaking partnership to open a Criminal Defense Clinic, aimed at providing pro bono defense for those charged in criminal cases. Through this collaboration, JRF will fund a staff attorney

Justice Reform Foundation Founder Justin Magnuson Champions “Stories of Injustice”
DALLAS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Justin Magnuson, President of the Justice Reform Foundation (JRF), has just announced the foundations newest initiative. The program, which has been aptly named “Stories of Injustice”, will offer individuals who have been treated unjustly by the criminal justice system a blogging space

The Transformative Power of Rehabilitation in Criminal Justice
Rehabilitation in criminal justice is a concept that denotes a variety of methods aimed at reintegrating offenders into society by encouraging personal transformation and growth. At its core, it seeks to address the root causes of criminal behavior, offering those who’ve made mistakes a second chance to live productive, lawful
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