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Facing Rollbacks, Criminal Justice Reformers Argue Policies Make People Safer

Advocates are refining their rebuttal to “tough on crime” messaging: Don’t focus on punishment, but on reforms that improve public safety.

Election 2024 • 08.01.2024

What the Panic Over Shoplifting Reveals About American Crime Policy

Lawmakers consider bills to crack down on people ripping off retailers, even as some stores walk back claims about a growing theft problem.

Analysis • 02.27.2023

‘Restorative Justice’ for Shoplifting? A Court Calls It Extortion

A company’s program, used by Walmart and others, bypasses the cops.

News • 10.30.2017

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