Investigations
California Lets Defendants Challenge Racism In Court. Few Have Succeeded.
A Garrison Project and CalMatters analysis of the Racial Justice Act found about a dozen successful cases in which judges took action on racial bias in the legal process.
Investigations
Were Black jurors in North Carolina struck because of their race?
The question looms over capital cases in the state.
Latest
In historic North Carolina hearing, Joe Freeman Britt’s troubled past as prosecutor looms
The proceedings are before a Johnston County Superior judge, but former Roberson and Scotland County prosecutor Britt's legacy hangs over them.
Commentary
Eric Adams’ “Blueprint To End Gun Violence” Is a Trojan Horse
The New York Mayor’s blueprint isn’t really an anti-violence plan—it's an assault on modest discovery, bail and juvenile justice reforms.
Features
The state’s appellate courts could give new trials to two Black men who claim prosecutors discriminated against potential jurors.
Commentary
Crime Rates Rise And Fall. The Police Mostly Have Nothing To Do With It.
Policing expansions don't do much to reduce crime. Instead, they manage people and communities to serve the interests of the powerful.
Features
In 1992, thousands of furious, drunken cops descended on City Hall — and changed New York history.