
Event Recording: The State of Crime and Justice: Year-End Insights
Leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice Centering Justice project and other experts discussed what the criminal justice field faced in 2025 and what we might expect in 2026.

Leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice Centering Justice project and other experts discussed what the criminal justice field faced in 2025 and what we might expect in 2026.

Leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice’s Centering Justice project hosted a vital discussion on the state of pretrial release policies in the United States and how to strike an appropriate balance between the twin goals of crime control and justice.

Leaders from the CCJ Women’s Justice Commission explored the report’s findings and recommendations—and discussed how policymakers and practitioners can implement the ideas in ways that prevent crime, strengthen families, and cut costs.

Leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice’s Centering Justice project hosted a timely exploration of effective interventions, persistent challenges, and the path forward for juvenile justice.

The Council on Criminal Justice’s Women’s Justice Commission and a panel of experts examined the complex impact of domestic violence policing and explored promising strategies to improve safety, accountability, and justice for women.

Leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice’s Centering Justice project led a thoughtful discussion on how prison conditions affect those who live and work behind bars—and what that means for safety, fairness, dignity, and accountability.
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