Review:
Criminal Justice Reform
overall review score: 4.5
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Criminal justice reform refers to changes or improvements made to the criminal justice system with the goal of achieving fairness, equity, and efficiency.
Key Features
- Reducing mass incarceration
- Implementing alternative sentencing programs
- Addressing racial disparities in the criminal justice system
- Improving reentry programs for formerly incarcerated individuals
Pros
- Promotes fairness and equity in the criminal justice system
- Reduces overcrowding in prisons
- Helps address systemic issues such as racial disparities
Cons
- Resistance from law enforcement agencies and some policymakers
- Challenges in funding and implementing reform initiatives
- Potential backlash from individuals who are against changing the status quo