New York Ends a Punishment That Traps People in Poverty
A new law will stop the suspension of driver’s licenses when New Yorkers fail to pay fines.
Jonathan Ben-Menachem Jan 05, 2021
Virginia Takes a Big Step Against Criminalizing Poverty
Ending the suspension of driver’s licenses over court debt will spare hundreds of thousands each year. Advocates call for more action against fines and fees, especially during COVID-19.
Daniel Nichanian Apr 17, 2020
In California, Some Jurisdictions Are Curbing Legal Fines and Fees
Fines and fees are one of the many ways in which the criminal legal system places the heaviest burden on communities of color.
Vaidya Gullapalli Nov 26, 2018
2018 Election Preview: District Attorney of Jefferson County, Alabama
Candidates for Birmingham DA debate marijuana prosecution, fines and fees
Daniel Nichanian Nov 01, 2018
2018 Election Preview: District Attorney of Bexar County, Texas
San Antonio DA candidate pledges to put ‘real teeth’ into cite-and-release program
Daniel Nichanian Oct 25, 2018
2018 Election Preview: District Attorney of Payne and Logan, Oklahoma
Can a candidate for prosecutor make Payne and Logan counties “a mecca for criminal justice reform?”
Daniel Nichanian Sep 28, 2018