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This Los Angeles County Election Could Have A Big Effect On Criminal Justice Reform

The Board of Supervisors wields enormous power over a county government apparatus that includes the DA’s office, probation department, and sheriffs.

Piper French Oct 21, 2020

A huge victory in L.A. represents a shift in thinking about public safety

Vaidya Gullapalli Aug 14, 2019

Jail Deaths Are Just One Reason To Invest In Jail Alternatives

Vaidya Gullapalli Aug 12, 2019

LA County Supervisors to Vote on Canceling Jail Contract

Black Lives Matter and other advocates have pushed county officials to abandon the $2.2 billion project with McCarthy Builders.

Lauren Gill Aug 08, 2019