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A Victory Toward Ending Debtors' Prisons

A federal judge ordered Orleans Parish courts to allow a “neutral forum” to determine whether defendants can afford to pay…
by Nigel Roberts
08.05.18
AAA Predicts Record-Breaking Holiday Travel Over July 4th Holiday
Revoking Licenses Ruling Has Implications For Black Drivers

The federal judge called it “ineffective” and “counterproductive” to take away licenses from cash-strapped drivers.
by Nigel Roberts
07.06.18
Early Voting in DC: The Inmate Vote
Discriminatory Court Fees Ended

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors unanimously eliminated a range of fees charged to those exiting the criminal justice system.
by Nigel Roberts
06.20.18
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North Carolina Sued For Bias Traffic Fine System

Progress made under the Obama administration is being reversed.
by Nigel Roberts
05.30.18
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Trump Administration Blocks Obama-Era Rule

Attorney General Jeff Sessions revoked 25 Justice Department guidance documents on a range of federal laws.
by Nigel Roberts
12.29.17
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Cities Target Blacks For Fines

New study illuminates how cities target Black residents to increase revenue.
by Joshua Adams, Contributor
07.12.17
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13 St. Louis Suburbs Accused Of Extorting Poor…

A lawsuit accuses 13 St. Louis suburbs of extorting poor Black residents. Attorneys say they're operating debtor's prisons.
by Nigel Roberts
03.15.18
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