What a Donald Trump prison sentence would look like
The former president would likely be isolated from the general prison population if sent to jail for further gag order violations.
4 ways Judge Merchan could punish Donald Trump for gag order violation
Judge Merchan has threatened to jail Trump if he continues to break a gag order imposed on his hush money trial.
I'm Proof of the Power of a Second Chance
Second Chance Month has come to an end, but our commitment to supporting second chances doesn't have to stop.
It's Not Too Late for the GOP to Dump Trump. Here's How
A once abstract possibility has become increasingly plausible: that the Republican nominee for president will need to deliver his acceptance speech and conduct his campaign from prison.
Where is Harvey Weinstein now? Jail release update as conviction overturned
A New York appeals court overturned his 2020 rape conviction, calling into question a release from prison.
Donald Trump gag order violations could require prison time: attorney
Joyce Vance suggested that if the former president continues to breach his gag order he could see "custodial time."
'Rust' armorer's prison sentence raises Alec Baldwin questions
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed received the maximum custodial sentence for the shooting death of Halyna Hutchins and there is speculation that Baldwin may get the same.
Trump ally warns him judge will put him in prison
"This is the most anti-democratic thing imaginable," the Trump ally complained. "These are republic-ending tactics by Democrats."
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'Rust' Armorer receives prison sentence: how much time she'll serve
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has received her prison sentence for her involvement in the 'Rust' shooting.
Ashley Biden diary thief slammed as "despicable" by judge
Prosecutors said the diary thief has "contempt for the law" based on years of actions.
Mary Trump reacts to Donald Trump prison proposal
House Democrats proposed to rename a federal prison in Miami after the former president.
Donald Trump prison proposal released
A trio of Democratic lawmakers want to rename Miami's federal prison after the former president.
Solar eclipse lawsuit filed by prisoners
Inmates at a New York prison are arguing that a lockdown during the solar eclipse is impacting their rights to practise their religion.
We Can't Go Back to the Bad Old Days of Criminal Justice
Some states are returning to "tough-on-crime" approaches despite all the evidence showing the failures of our overreliance on imprisonment in the United States.
Sam Bankman-Fried's likely to get out of jail early
Legal pathways may reduce Bankman-Fried's 25-year sentence that could see him free by 2036, experts tell Newsweek.
25 Years Isn't Enough for Crypto Crook Sam Bankman-Fried
Child-like appearance and demeanor aside, the prosecution rightfully portrayed SBF as a grown-up criminal involved in fraudulent activities that resulted in massive financial losses for others.
James Crumbley faces 15 years in prison after manslaughter verdict
Crumbley, the father of a school shooter, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter on Thursday,
Tough on Crime Made Louisiana Less Safe—And Cost Taxpayers Way More Money
Taking a different approach has tremendous benefits.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says Democrats trying to give Trump "death sentence"
Congresswoman claims the party is "trying to put Pres Trump in prison for the rest of his life which would be a death sentence."
Texas prison profits surge as immigration spikes
GEO Group sees record profits amid Texas' migrant surge, sparking debate on the ethics of private detention.
Navalny's Murder Clarifies the Putin Problem
Alexei Navalny's murder was one of many in Russia—but it may be pivotal, nonetheless.
Navalny's prison interview revealed: "I do not believe in death"
The prominent Putin critic opened up about his country, his family and what shaped his thinking before his death.
Let's Break the Vicious Cycle of Homelessness and Crime
Helping vulnerable neighbors secure safe housing will require creativity, compassion, and a variety of policy efforts.
Donald Trump likely going to prison "for a long time"—Attorney
Attorney Marc Elias said the former president's classified documents case could result in a long prison sentence.
Imran Khan says his 10-year sentence is part of "false flag" scheme
The former prime minister of Pakistan was found guilty of revealing state secrets after he waved a confidential document during a rally.
There's No Humane Way To Execute a Person
On Thursday night, the state of Alabama ended the life of Kenneth Smith, the first death row inmate executed by nitrogen gas.
I put him in jail for 20 years. Now we're good friends
I was the cynical prosecutor who argued to throw away the key to this man's life. I didn't believe people could change.
Democrats propose giving $3,000 to people leaving prison
Colorado could pay up to $21 million if every person being released qualified, but a bill's backers say incarceration costs more.
Jeffrey Epstein's brother renews conspiracy theories about death
"If this was a suicide, why are all these things hidden?" Mark Epstein asked during an interview with Piers Morgan.
Teary-eyed January 6 "Bullhorn Lady" admits "I destroyed everything"
"I have a lot of remorse for ruining my family's life," Rachel Powell said before she began a 57-month prison sentence over her part in the riot.