Mandatory Minimums: History, Impact, and the Fight for Reform
Mandatory minimum sentencing was born from a political era obsessed with being “tough on crime” and completely dumb on data….
Murder Sheet Drops Major Temujin Kensu Update: What to Know About Prison Contraband and Class I Misconduct in Michigan
True-crime podcast The Murder Sheet released a new episode this week addressing developments related to Michigan prisoner Temujin Kensu (also known as…
Deputy Fire Chief Gets Probation After Drunk Driving Crash: Kalamazoo’s Justice System Once Again Favors the Powerful
If you’re “just somebody,” expect more punishment; if you’re the deputy fire chief, expect probation. There’s nothing subtle about what…
Cooley Law School on ABA Probation: Why Southwest Michigan Should Pay Attention
It’s not every day that a law school faces formal probation from the American Bar Association. But that’s exactly what’s…
Alternatives to Incarceration: Why Drug Courts, Mental Health Courts, and Community Programs Work
The United States locks up more people than any other country in the world. But prisons aren’t solving the problems…
Think for Yourself: Don’t Let Anyone (Including Me) Tell You What to Believe
Because faith is to be awakeAnd to be awake is for us to thinkAnd for us to think is to…
Watching the Feed: How Law Enforcement Analyzes Public Facebook Groups for Criminal Activity
What you post in a public Facebook group isn’t just visible to other members; it’s also completely fair game for law enforcement….
No More Excuses: How to Use AI to Understand Confusing Court Documents
If you’ve ever opened a court opinion and felt instantly overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Legal paperwork can be dense, technical,…
The Trial Penalty: America’s Smoke and Mirrors Justice
The Sixth Amendment promises every American the right to a speedy, public trial by an impartial jury. It’s a cornerstone of democracy,…
Unlocking Military Records: Why OSINT & Mitigation Specialists Need Them — and How to Get Them
When you work as a mitigation specialist or open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigator, the difference between a flat case file and a fully humanized…
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