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2021 session moving quickly: What’s alive?

by Russ Latino

The 2021 legislative session is moving quickly, with another important deadline yesterday….

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HB 551: Provisional driver’s license when ex-offenders leave prison

by Empower Mississippi

House Bill 551, sponsored by Rep. Nick Bain, seeks to provide a…

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Empower leads conservative coalition calling for reforms to Mississippi’s justice system

by Empower Mississippi

Empower Mississippi led a state and national coalition of conservative organizations calling…

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From addiction and despair to a new life

by Joanna Holbert

“I’m a junkie. This is my life.” That’s what Mary Hirsch thought…

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A new life after addiction and prison

by Joanna Holbert

“I was a functioning addict.” That’s how Julie Crutcher describes herself during…

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Legislature should act on criminal justice reform, before it’s too late

by Steven Randle

The Mississippi legislature is nearly halfway through their 2021 session. Every year…

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Legislature Working to Keep Mississippi Safe and Provide Second Chances

by Empower Mississippi

Both the House and Senate have demonstrated desire to pass meaningful public…

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Inmate #53918 and the Cause of Conservative Justice Reform

by Russ Latino

Inmate #53918 shuffled into a Mississippi prison on January 23, 2006. Fifteen…

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Coffee and Conversation: Grant Callen with New Orleans Saints LB Demario Davis

by Joanna Holbert

Say the name Demario Davis, and people rightfully think of one of…

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On Parole: Providing Deserved Second Chances are a Part of Justice

by Steven Randle

The day is February 10, 2021 and a man sits in a…

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SB 2792: Expand the Fresh Start Act

by Empower Mississippi

Senate Bill 2792, sponsored by Senator John Horhn, expands the provisions of…

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Two life sentences for seven boxes of Sudafed

by Joanna Holbert

Three strikes and he’s out. But does the punishment fit the crime?…