The punishment handed down Dec. 28 in a Newport woman’s death – and the media coverage – minimize the abuse and turn it on the victim.
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Posted inElection 2022, Op-eds, Opinion
Cumberland DA Sahrbeck: Let’s continue with our progress in criminal justice reform
I’m seeking reelection to effect not only cash bail reform and decarceration but also preventive measures to help people avoid the criminal justice system.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Who didn’t feel like Arbery’s father when he exclaimed over guilty verdicts?
His cry of surprise recognized this was a moment of triumph for all Americans who’ve watched decades of miscarriages of justice.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Leonard Pitts: ‘Blonde hair white skin’ did work in Jan. 6 rioter’s favor
Jenna Ryan predicted she wouldn’t be jailed. She was wrong – but that doesn’t undercut her point about color-coded justice.
Posted inTimes Record, Uncategorized
Bath man sentenced to 25 years for multiple crimes including sexual assault and burglary
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the Maine Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-866-834-HELP (4357) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. A Bath man has been sentenced to 25 years incarceration at West Bath District Court on Tuesday stemming from a 2019 burglary and assault case. Corey Ater, 34, […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Criminal justice reforms atop Maine Legislature’s 2021 achievements
Now Gov. Mills should sign bills that would close Long Creek, end cash bail and decriminalize drug possession.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine drug laws only making bad situation worse
Treating substance use disorder as a moral failure to be punished is costly both in lives and tax dollars.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Bill to eliminate cash bail in Maine for minor crimes advances
On a 10-2 vote, the Legislature’s Judiciary Committee endorsed a bill that would prohibit jailing suspects who can’t pay bail on most misdemeanor charges.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine should cut use of cash bail
County jails are full of people awaiting trial, mostly for minor offenses.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Politics
Lawmakers consider bill to eliminate cash bail for minor charges
The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Rachel Talbot Ross, D-Portland, would allow those charged with Class E misdemeanors like drinking in public to be released from jail without posting cash bail.