JohnJayREC reviewed the evidence for policies and programs that reduce violence without relying on police.
Category: Justice Policy Reform
Easily Overstated
The notion that youth confinement fell in response to progressive reforms is merely appealing rhetoric.
Catching up with Science: A Forum on Young Adults in the Criminal Justice System
A forum co-hosted by the New York City Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice and the John Jay College of Criminal
Strengthening Youth Justice Practices with Developmental Knowledge and Principles
The insights and lessons of developmental science do not translate easily into the day-to-day tasks of youth justice systems, which often focus on control and compliance. Youth justice practitioners require assistance as they apply developmental principles. The Positive Youth Justice (PYJ) Model was developed to meet this challenge.
The Debt Penalty
Depending on the jurisdiction, offenders are charged fees at nearly every phase of the criminal justice process. In addition to fines, interest, and penalties for late payments, offenders may be required to pay “user fees,” which differ from court-imposed fines. The sole purpose of user fees is to raise revenue for criminal justice systems, while court-imposed fines are intended to punish offenders or to provide financial compensation to victims.
Punishment Without End
Evans, Douglas N. (2014). Punishment Without End. New York, NY: Research & Evaluation Center, John Jay College of Criminal Justice,