A case for parole: violent offenders in alabama post jimmy spencer case
a quick factual outline Purpose Bringing into question the Alabama Bureau of Pardons & Paroles and Governor’s rationale behind their actions of denying parole to “violent felons” in the name of public safety, while simultaneously releasing drug and property offenders. Be fair and even-handed in giving extra chances because numbers don’t support this “super predator” […]
DOES THE ALABAMA BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES MAKE MISTAKES?
Is there any way to challenge, reconsider, or appeal an ABPP decision? Even the best make mistakes, parole boards included. As of the date of this article, the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles does not provide any way for inmates and/or counsel to challenge the Bureau’s actions, no matter how obvious or egregious the […]
How Does the Alabama Board of Pardons & Paroles Make Decisions?
Evidence Based Methods: Risk Assessments This writing is intended as an overview of “evidence based methods” called Risk Assessment Tools, and their use throughout the criminal justice system to predict recidivism and influence sentencing. Some of the producers are COMPAS, LSI, and ORAS amongst others. We also hope this piece will help bridge the gap […]