Prison Term Modified by Appeals Court to Strike One Year – Defendant Now Looking at ‘Just’ 15 Years to Life, and 1 Additional Year
By Eva Smolen AMADOR, CA – Every little bit helps. An appeals court last week made a…
Vanguard social justice articles involving criminal justice reform
CA Supreme Court Rules Proposition 64 Does Not Make Possessing Pot in Prison Legal
By Neha Malhi SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The article “Weed Still Illegal in Prison” by Nick Woodall…
Compton City Councilmember Charged with Election Fraud
By Stacie Guevara LOS ANGELES, CA – Compton City Councilmember Isaac Galvan and five others were charged…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 120: Cesar McDowell Turns His Life Around at San Quentin
Cesar McDowell chronicles his journey from San Quentin to becoming, while still incarcerated, the co-founder and CEO…
San Quentin Declares Another Outbreak After Four Prisoners Test Positive for COVID-19
By Joe Garcia San Quentin State Prison is experiencing a new COVID-19 outbreak after four incarcerated men…
Price’s Candidacy for Alameda DA Gains Endorsement from 70s Icon Angela Davis
By Vanguard Staff Oakland, CA – Pamela Price is running for the open Alameda District Attorney seat. …
Philly District Attorney Files 6 Motions Holding Police Dept in Contempt of Court for Not Providing Officer Info
By Carson Eschen PHILADELPHIA, PA – In an unprecedented move, six motions to hold the Philadelphia Police…
Appeals Court Orders Superior Court to ‘Readdress’ Competency of Lawyer Convicted of Killing Husband
By Anna Zheng RIVERSIDE – The U.S. Court of Appeal in the California 4th District, Division 2…
Sunday Commentary: COVID Not Shootings Biggest Danger to Police – and Yet They Refuse to Protect Themselves
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor We have heard and criticized the notion that “Blue Lives Matter”…
Looking Back: Selwyn Days Round 3
By Jeffrey Deskovic “Looking back” will feature reprints of articles that Jeff previously wrote while a columnist…
CA Lawmaker Introduces National Justice Reform Bills to Benefit Juveniles in Court System
By Carson Eschen WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. House Representative Tony Cárdenas (D-CA) introduced several new justice reform…
LA County Board of Supervisors Approves $187.7 Million for Community Public Safety Investments
By Maia Surendra LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed measures…
My View: New Social Media Campaign against Daniel Marsh Raises a Number of Troubling Questions
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – There is no doubt, the crime that occurred…
City of Pleasanton Settles $5.9 Million Lawsuit Filed by Parents of Mentally Ill Man Beaten and Killed by Police
By Annette Wong-Toi PLEASANTON, CA — The City of Pleasanton has chosen to settle a $5.9 million…
COVID, Courtrooms, AAPI Hate and Shoplifting Highlight District Attorney Office Weekly Update
By S. Priana Aquino SAN FRANCISCO, CA – An end-of-week update from the District Attorney’s Office details…
Prosecutorial Misconduct Leads to High Profile Murder Conviction Thrown Out in Orange County
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Orange County, CA – The failure to properly address the informant…
Guest Commentary: A Look Behind the Campaign to Recall Progressive Prosecutors in Virginia
By Rory Fleming A recall campaign targeting so-called progressive prosecutors in Virginia has made recent headlines. To…
Chasing Justice Podcast Welcomes Members of Ear Hustle to Discuss Necessary Changes Needed in Criminal Justice System
By Paige Laver SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin this week released a…
Stop AAPI Hate Reports Increase of Hate Incidents Against AAPIs Over Last Year
By Ankita Joshi SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A new report released Thursday Stop AAPI Hate has…
Michigan Welcomes Newly-Elected Progressive Prosecutors
By John Arceno DETROIT, MI — Prosecutors are elected in Michigan once every four years, and, said…