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Archives: Sean Smith / Articles
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The Importance of Raising the Age of Criminal Responsibility
Raising the age for criminal responsibility of juveniles is an issue on the front lines of criminal justice reform. Raise the age bills have been passed at some point in…
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The Importance of Creating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Opportunities for Inmates
In the 1960s, psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck created what is known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This form of therapy differs from other forms of therapy by setting goals in…
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Drug Treatment Programs of the Federal Bureau of Prisons Exist, but Need More Availability
For over 20 years, the Federal Bureau of Prisons has provided inmates the opportunity to take part in substance abuse treatment programs that make significant improvements not only to…
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Congress Seeks to Expand Eligibility for Expungements for Nonviolent, First-Time Offenders
Congress is considering expanding the eligibility for an expungement for first-time, nonviolent drug offenders. The Renew Act, sponsored by U.S. Representative Hakeem Jefferies and cosponsored by Representative Trey Gowdy, would…