By Robin S. Engel, Nicholas Corsaro, Gabrielle T. Isaza, and Hannah D. McManus
The CCJ Centering Justice project, the National Conference of State Legislatures, and the Future Caucus discussed the state legislative landscape for criminal justice in 2026 and prospects for policies that are based on solid evidence and can win bipartisan support.
Violent crime has fallen sharply over the past three years. Its news we should all celebrate—and it’s critical that we understand why if we want to extend progress into 2026 and beyond. Experts and leaders from the Council on Criminal Justice came together for a fast-paced discussion of the most common—and controversial—claims.
Establishment of a national center follows a recommendation by the nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice Veterans Justice Commission
The Council on Criminal Justice is founded on the belief that a fair and effective criminal justice system is essential to democracy and a core measure of our nation’s well-being.
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