Tag:criminal justice reform

Terrance Carroll Wants Everyone to Have Their Day in Court

Terrance Carroll, who recently returned to private practice at Sherman & Howard, told Law Week about his legal and political careers, his priorities and his vision for the Sam Cary Bar Association.

Colorado’s Justice System, Youth, Firearm Rights in Focus this Week at the State Capitol

Bills focusing on youth and children were introduced to the legislature this week while other bills addressed the justice system and gun laws.

Judicial Discipline, Water Storage, Criminal Justice Reform Bills Introduced in General Assembly’s First Week

What’s already in the spotlight? Judicial discipline, water storage, alternate defense counsel contracts and criminal justice reform.

Justice Department Will Award $57 Million to Justice System Reforms and Racial Equity Programs, Initiatives

The DOJ said it’ll award nearly $57 million to criminal justice reform and racial equity programs in the criminal justice system.

Criminal Record Sealing Bill Clears Another Hurdle

The House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday approved a bill to make it easier to seal criminal records for non-violent offenses.

Criminal Law Attorneys Reflect on Legislative Wins, Worries and the Work Ahead

The Colorado General Assembly passed about 40 new laws related to criminal justice and corrections, including an overhaul of the state’s misdemeanor code and a bill limiting the use of ketamine injections by first responders.

Study Details Racial Differences in Outcomes of Denver Prosecutions

Black and Hispanic felony defendants face a “persistent set of disadvantages” compared to white defendants, according to a new report