Releases & Statements

Number of Women in the Justice System Projected to Reach 1.1 Million by 2035, Costs to Rise $8 Billion

New reports find women cost 25% to 75% more to imprison than men, while reducing time served could save states millions with minimal public safety impact

As Women’s Share of Arrests Doubles, National Commission Calls for Tailored Justice Responses

Led by former AG Loretta Lynch, and advised by Oklahoma First Lady Sarah Stitt, CCJ panel releases strategic plan to prevent crime, strengthen families, and cut costs

Criminal Justice Gaps Between Women and Men Narrow on Violence, Other Key Measures

Former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch leads new national commission developing findings and recommendations to enhance women’s safety, health, and justice