Women in Recovery program produces new class of 18 former drug addicts
Donor Circle Starts Cycle of Giving
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Women’s group uses collective strength to make larger donations and create greater impact with non-profits
Law Increases Inmate Release Eligibility
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Oklahoma law increases the number of inmates eligible for ankle monitors and worries private halfway-house providers
Oklahoma Children Wait for Mentors
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Big Brothers Big Sisters takes a hit with budget cuts while Oklahoma children of incarcerated parents populate wait list
New Parole Procedure Hits Snag
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Part of a law focused on nonviolent offenders is unconstitutional, the attorney general says.
Expert Outlines Oklahoma’s Prison Issues
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Oklahoma has seen its violent crime rate stay above the national average as the prison population continues to grow.
Oklahoma to Review Penal Policies
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The Justice Reinvestment Initiative will provide legislators with fiscally responsible criminal justice policies
Gov. Fallin Signs Prison Reform Bill
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The passage of House Bill 2131 will increase the number of prisoners who will be eligible for alternative sentencing
Fallin Quashes Henry’s Parole Rulings
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Gov. Mary Fallin has rescinded 38 parole recommendations approved by former Gov. Brad Henry before he left office
Nonviolent Crimes Create Victims
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District attorneys question the sentiment that nonviolent crimes don’t affect Oklahomans