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Mandatory minimum laws lead to sentences that don’t match the crime

by Joanna Holbert

Life in prison for seven boxes of Sudafed? It just doesn’t make…

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Freedom to drive protected in Mississippi

by J. Robertson

A new report gives Mississippi an “A” grade for its driver’s license…

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New report grades Mississippi justice reforms

by Empower Mississippi

After passing parole reform in 2021, Mississippi continues to make improvements to…

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Mississippi provides hope, and care, for pregnant women in prison

by Steven Randle

A very important piece of legislation flew under the radar this session…

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What Does The Earned Parole Eligibility Act Do?

by Steven Randle

Gov. Tate Reeves signed Senate Bill 2795, the “Mississippi Earned Parole Eligibility…

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Empower applauds Reeves for signing parole reform

by Empower Mississippi

Today, Gov. Tate Reeves signed legislation that will expand parole eligibility for…

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Reeves signs Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act

by Empower Mississippi

Gov. Tate Reeves has signed legislation that will establish a certain level…

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Reversing the errors of the Clinton-Biden Crime Bill

by Steven Randle

Before closing out the 2021 legislative session last week, lawmakers overwhelming adopted…

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Mississippi legislature advances parole reform

by Empower Mississippi

The House and Senate advanced legislation today that will provide parole eligibility…

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Law enforcement officer sees need for criminal justice reform

by Joanna Holbert

“Every profession is evolving, and law enforcement is no different.” Lt. Kevin…

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Faith Leaders & Conservative Groups Unite in Support of Parole & Habitual Reforms

by Empower Mississippi

As the clock ticks on the 2021 legislative session, separate letters from…

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Wicker co-sponsors Driving for Opportunity Act

by Empower Mississippi

Sen. Roger Wicker, along with Sen. Chris Coons, a Democrat from Delaware,…