The State of America’s Criminal Justice Bail System Exposed On any given day in 2020, a staggering 630,000 individuals found themselves incarcerated in local jails, with the majority awaiting trial without being convicted of a crime. The harsh reality is that, post-arrest, a person’s freedom hinges on their access to money. Across virtually all jurisdictions,…
Horrific Conditions in Solitary Confinement in Alabama Prisons In a recent report by the Montgomery Advertiser, it has been revealed that individuals incarcerated in Alabama face appalling conditions in solitary confinement, often culminating in tragic outcomes. EMPIRE Foundation LLC, a staunch supporter of prison reform, raises awareness about the dire situation and calls for urgent…
Not For Human Consumption – Solitary Solitary confinement is undeniably cruel and should be outlawed. Statistics reveal a haunting reality: three out of four inmates, subjected to solitary confinement for 14 continuous days or more, suffered from enduring mental health conditions. These afflictions encompass depression, anxiety, hypertension, and even schizophrenia. Moreover, the same statistics show…
Not For Human Consumption – Intro Greetings, everyone, and welcome to my blog, which I’ve titled ‘Not for Human Consumption.’ My name is Stephen Ogden, and I am thrilled to delve into the topics of criminal justice and prison reform, areas I am incredibly passionate about. I’ll be covering a wide range of subjects, from…
In a gymnasium located in northeast Denver, a captivating performance of the play ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ is taking place. As the lights dim and synthesized music fills the air, Chief Bromden, played by Douglas L. Micco, stands on a box, narrating the story to the audience through his hallucinations. However, what makes…
Colorado is considering reforms to its criminal justice system that could lead to reduced sentences for certain felony convictions. The Colorado Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice, comprising representatives from different sectors of the system, has recommended changes to existing felony statutes. These recommendations include granting judges the authority to waive mandatory consecutive sentences in…
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Richard Wershe Jr., a 17-year-old, was arrested in his home in 1988 with 17 pounds of cocaine, catapulting him into the headlines as the alleged leader of a drug cartel. Dubbed “White Boy Rick” by the media, he was portrayed as a dangerous cocaine godfather. However, the truth was far more complex. Unbeknownst to the…
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