By: Shannon Magnuson, Lore Joplin, Jen Lerch, Kimberly Richards In the intricate web of the American criminal justice system, the initial appearance – the first time an individual appears before a court after an arrest – often flies under the radar. Yet, this preliminary stage holds profound ... Read More

Jails book and confine more than 10 million people every year in the United States. People incarcerated in jails can experience overcrowding, lack of resources, exposure to violence, and deteriorating physical and mental health. In response to these harsh conditions and impacts on individuals, practitioners ... Read More