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Daniel Nichanian Mar 23, 2020
Advocates of criminal justice reform prepare their next legislative efforts in states like Colorado where the 2019 session is over.
Daniel Nichanian Aug 14, 2019
A new Colorado law curbs ICE’s reach, but it was weakened during the legislative process and stripped of its prohibition against ICE contracts.
Daniel Nichanian Jun 13, 2019
Illinois is set to legalize marijuana, while Colorado and Oklahoma tackled possession of other drugs.
Daniel Nichanian Jun 06, 2019
Colorado and Nevada will now restore voting rights upon release from incarceration, amid nationwide efforts against disenfranchisement.
Daniel Nichanian May 31, 2019
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Sarah Lustbader Oct 24, 2018