Posts Tagged Criminal Justice Reform
A Closer Look at the Narrative Surrounding Virginia’s Crime Rate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 20, 2021
If you’ve seen many political ads this fall, you may have the impression that Virginia is experiencing a crime wave. But, criminal justice advocates say the numbers tell a different story. Michael Pope reports.
Data Appears to Show Racial Disparities in Traffic Stops
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Uncategorized, Virginia's News on July 5, 2021
Data released by the Virginia State Police shows a wide disparity in the rate at which Black drivers are involved in traffic stops when compared to their share of Virginia’s population, while data analysts with VSP and the Department of Criminal Justice Services say there may be other benchmarks to compare the data with. Jahd Khalil reports.
Robbery Definition Changing in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2021
Robbery will have a more nuanced definition after a bill reforming the state’s definition becomes law on July 1st. Jahd Khalil reports.
The Debate Over Reforming Virginia’s Bail System Likely Won’t End This Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
Lawmakers are taking action to change how the cash bail system works. Michael Pope reports.
Conference Committee Working on Bill Allowing Mental Health Testimony in Criminal Cases
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
People with developmental disabilities are incarcerated much more often than the rest of the population. But when defending themselves, they’re not allowed to introduce evidence about their mental state at the time of the alleged crime. Jahd Khalil reports on how that practice could end.
Virginia Senate Passes Death Penalty Abolition Bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2021
Virginia has executed more people for a longer period of time than any other state. But, that’s about to change. Michael Pope reports.
Criminal Justice Reform: Should Virginia Remove Presumptions Against Bail?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 2, 2021
Lawmakers are talking about a number of ways to reform the criminal justice system. And, one way is to change how the cash bail system works. Michael Pope reports.
Northam Considers Bill Limiting Some Use of Military Equipment by Police
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 27, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam is now considering dozens of bills lawmakers sent him during a special session on coronavirus and criminal justice reform. Michael Pope reports about one bill that could limit what kind of military equipment is available to police.
Criminal Cases in Virginia Will Work Differently Beginning Next Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 27, 2020
Starting next summer, the criminal justice system in Virginia will see a major change in how criminal trials work and what kind of plea deals are offered. Michael Pope reports.
Differences Over Conviction Expungement Continue to Divide General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 21, 2020
Lawmakers are mostly done with their special session, although they left some business unfinished. Michael Pope reports on one criminal justice reform that has yet to be resolved.
General Assembly Working Out Differences Over Conviction Expungement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 8, 2020
Leaders in the House and Senate are trying to work out their differences on expunging old convictions. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers Are Working to Give Prosecutors More Options
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 6, 2020
Lawmakers are wrapping up their special session on the budget and criminal justice reform. And, they’re about to send a bill to the governor that could transform how cases are handled in your local courthouse. Michael Pope reports.
A Look at the Policing Reforms Moving Forward at the General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 2, 2020
Lawmakers in Richmond are moving forward with a sweeping package of new laws aimed at reforming how policing works in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Effort Banning Police Use of Chokeholds Fails in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 2, 2020
Lawmakers in Richmond may be close to wrapping up their special session. And, they’re coming to a resolution on the issue of chokeholds. Michael Pope reports.
Pretext Stops Related to the Smell of Marijuana May Soon Be a Thing of the Past
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 30, 2020
The Virginia Senate is about to consider a bill that could dramatically reduce the number of people who are stopped and searched by police officers. Michael Pope reports.
Several Measures Move Forward, But Qualified Immunity Bill Dies in House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 4, 2020
A suite of policing reform bills moved out of the state House Friday. But, a measure allowing civilians to sue on-duty officers for misconduct wasn’t one of them. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports.
Criminal Justice Reforms: Just How Much Power Should Civilian Review Boards Have?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 3, 2020
Should citizen review boards be able to crack down on bad cops? Michael Pope reports lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow that kind of power.
Criminal Justice Reforms: House Committee Revives Effort to End Qualified Immunity
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 1, 2020
Delegate Jeff Bourne (D-Richmond)
The state’s special session over police reform took a turn Tuesday after members of the House Appropriations Committee revived a bill allowing citizens to sue law-enforcement officers for misconduct. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports the latest on the controversial move to end qualified immunity.
Budget Restraints Halt Some Policing Reforms in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 31, 2020
Lawmakers are focused on reworking the budget and reforming police practices, but these issues aren’t mutually exclusive. Monday, members of the House budget committee weighed the costs of some of the criminal justice measures moving through their chamber. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports.
Criminal Justice Reforms: Bill to Limit Pretextual Stops Advances in House and Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 31, 2020
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Lawmakers are moving forward with efforts to crack down on a controversial practice of pretextual policing. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Crime Commission Recommends Conviction Expungement System
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 31, 2020
Virginia is one of the few states where it’s almost impossible for someone to get rid of a conviction. But, that might be about to change. Michael Pope has the story.
Criminal Justice Reforms: Should Juries Still Hand Down Sentences in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 20, 2020
Senator Joe Morrissey (D-Richmond) arguing in favor of the bill ahead of a long weekend break of the special session.
The state Senate is breaking from the Special Session for a long weekend. But, before they left Richmond, they moved a sentencing reform effort forward. Michael Pope reports.
Several Criminal Justice Reform Bills Quickly Pass Through Senate Panel
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 19, 2020
Lawmakers are back in Richmond, and they’re already taking action on reforming policing. Michael Pope reports.
Criminal Justice Reforms: Should Lawmakers Implement a Court Fee Moratorium?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 10, 2020
Lawmakers are about to arrive in Richmond to start considering a number of criminal justice reforms. One issue that might be on the agenda is a moratorium on court fines and fees. Michael Pope reports.
Senate Democrats Unveil Policing Reform Proposals Ahead of Special Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 6, 2020
As a special session approaches later this month, Senate Democrats are preparing their proposal to reform police agencies across Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Lawmakers Face Even More Calls to Transform Police Ahead of Special Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 3, 2020
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Lawmakers are headed to Richmond later this month to consider a host of criminal justice reform efforts. And, they’ll be under intense pressure to take action. Michael Pope reports.
Criminal Justice Reforms: Should Lawmakers Ban Nighttime Warrants?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 24, 2020
Credit: NPR
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond and consider a host of criminal justice reforms. As Michael Pope reports, one of those would prohibit law enforcement officers from executing warrants at night.
Police Reform with Representatives Bobby Scott and Donald McEachin
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 26, 2020
For the only two African American members of the Commonwealth’s delegation in Congress, the House passage of policing reform last evening was personal. Matt Laslo has the story from the Capitol.
Could a “Digital Tax” Be on the Way for Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 15, 2020
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond for a special session, and they’ll be looking for ways to fund criminal justice reform during an economic crisis. Michael Pope has this report about one possible new source of money.
State Lawmakers to Consider Policing Reforms
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 12, 2020
A coalition of 28 groups wants Virginia to reform policing — to emphasize community support rather than military tactics. (Credit: Ashton Erler)
When the General Assembly returns to Richmond in August to address a budget shortfall tied to the COVID pandemic, lawmakers will also be looking at reforms and possible cuts to policing. Sandy Hausman reports.
Expungement Among Some Criminal Justice Reforms Left Behind by General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 3, 2020
Democrats campaigned on the issue of criminal justice reform last year. But advocates say when they took power in the House and Senate, a lot of reform still got left behind. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers on Both Sides of the Aisle Call for Criminal Justice Reform
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 1, 2020
Credit: NPR
The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the protests across the country has lawmakers in Virginia considering criminal justice reform. And, there’s already some bipartisan agreement emerging during this time of crisis. Michael Pope reports.
What Criminal Justice Reforms Passed Out of the General Assembly This Year?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 10, 2020
Democrats arrived in Richmond for the General Assembly session this year with a long list of agenda items for criminal justice reform. But, many of the more sweeping changes were scuttled. Michael Pope reports.
There’s Bipartisan Support for Criminal Justice Reform in Richmond This Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 17, 2020
Credit: MBandman / Creative Commons
Criminal justice reform is one of the leading issues this year in the Virginia General Assembly, and it’s an issue that has advocates on both sides of the aisle. Michael Pope reports.
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