New Jersey

Coronavirus May 26

No Photo ID, No Services: Coronavirus Poses Steep Hurdles After Prison

For many people leaving prison during the pandemic, closed DMVs mean closed doors.

By Christie Thompson

Coronavirus March 24

“Everybody’s Scared”: Panic At Immigrant Detention Center After Positive Coronavirus Test

Detainees say officials give them little information and are not doing enough to reduce their risk.

By Emily Kassie

Coronavirus March 19

First ICE Employee Tests Positive for Coronavirus

Case confirmed at Elizabeth, N.J., facility currently holding almost 200 detainees.

By Emily Kassie

Case in Point May 21, 2018

Citizen? Prove it.

After 22 years, Manuel Herrera discovers that it’s complicated.

By Christie Thompson

Life Inside June 1, 2017

I’m a Bail Bondsman Who’s Tired of Being Demonized

A small business owner fights back against changes in the bail industry.

By Chris Blaylock as told to Alysia Santo

Case in Point March 20, 2017

When “No” Doesn’t Mean “No”

Did the subject invoke his right to remain silent?

By Andrew Cohen

Commentary December 14, 2016

What Chris Christie Got Wrong About Solitary Confinement

Scope, purpose, duration — in short, everything

By Daniel Teehan

Feature January 27, 2016

Why Some Young Sex Offenders Are Held Indefinitely

Jhon Sanchez already served his time for a series of sex offenses he committed when he was 13. But he’s not free yet. Inside the world of civil commitment.

By George Steptoe and Antoine Goldet

News June 25, 2015

New Jersey Moves to Keep Kids Under 15 From Adult Court

Age restriction would be toughest in the nation.

By Dana Goldstein

News May 27, 2015

Out of Prison, Out of Luck

When the test of innocence is withheld.

By Christie Thompson