Fines as Criminal Sanctions
Overview
This 1987 NIT Research in Brief outlines the pros and cons of using criminal sanctions as an alternative to incarceration.
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Ending Mass Incarceration
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Ending Mass Incarceration
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Causes of Mass IncarcerationAbout the problem, the history of mass incarceration, trends and statistics
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Criminalization and Racial DisparitiesEnding the criminalization of people of color, immigrants, and people experiencing poverty
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Reducing IncarcerationDrastically reducing the use of jails, prisons, and detention centers
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Dignity Behind BarsCentering dignity and minimizing the harms of criminal legal and immigration system involvement
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Investing in CommunitiesIt's time to invest in the things that help communities thrive.
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- Our Work
- Solutions & Research
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News & Stories
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Latest News & StoriesIdeas, opinions, and strategies to end mass incarceration
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Media CenterPress releases and media coverage
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Podcast: The 30 Year ProjectOn the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Crime Bill, journalist and host Josie Duffy Rice looks at the legislation's impact and examines where mass incarceration in America is today.
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