Maine

The Defund Movement Aims to Change the Policing and Prosecution of Domestic Violence

Though domestic violence is often cited as a reason to maintain the carceral status quo, advocates say there are more humane—and effective—alternatives.

Jessica Pishko Jul 28, 2020

A Prosecutor’s Misguided Attempt To Get More Sexual Assault Convictions

Sarah Lustbader Feb 03, 2020

Drug Treatment Is Reaching More Prisons and Jails

Recent legal victories have spurred counties and states to provide medication-assisted treatment to prisoners struggling with substance use.

JB Nicholas Jul 31, 2019

‘A Town Without Pity’: Lawsuits Allege Police Cover-up of Sex Abuse by Officers in Maine

The accusations span decades and involve two separate Biddeford cops and at least seven alleged victims.

Roxanna Asgarian Jul 01, 2019

How a D.C. Lawmaker is Challenging the Racist Roots of Prison Voting Restrictions

Right now, only the whitest states—Maine and Vermont—allow prisoners to vote. Washington, D.C., could change that.

Kira Lerner Jun 12, 2019