AP-LS Conferences:
"The 2010 AP-LS Conference will take place on March 18-20, 2010 at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, Canada.
The Call for Papers is now available, and paper and poster submissions can be made through the submission Web site hosted by All Academic.
The deadline for submissions is OCTOBER 5, 2009 at 3 PM E.S.T.
Further conference information is also available HERE."
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Change.Org
Short post today. Take a look at our side bar, the IACFP has a new widget from Change.org. It updates with petitions in Criminal Justice and Human Rights. Please do not feel obligated.
Monday, May 24, 2010
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
From the NTIA:
National Telecommunications and Information Administration:
Contraband Cell Phone Use in Prisons
"NTIA is seeking comment on technical approaches to preventing contraband cell phone use in prisons. NTIA will develop, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and the National Institute of Justice, a plan to investigate and evaluate how wireless jamming, detection and other technologies might be utilized for law enforcement and corrections applications in Federal and State prison facilities. To assist in its evaluation of these technologies, NTIA requests information from the public on technologies that would significantly reduce or eliminate contraband cell phone use without negatively affecting commercial wireless and public safety services (including 911 calls and other government radio services) in areas surrounding prisons. Comments are requested on or before June 11, 2010.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Richard J. Orsulak, Emergency Planning and Public Safety Division, Office of Spectrum Management, National Telecommunications and Information Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1212 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 600B, Washington, DC 20005; telephone (202) 482–9139 (202) 482–9139 or email rorsulak@ntia.doc.gov. "
- Notice of Inquiry (73KB pdf file)
- Submit NOI comments to contrabandcellphones@ntia.doc.gov
Click here for the NTIA website.
National Telecommunications and Information Administration:
Contraband Cell Phone Use in Prisons
"NTIA is seeking comment on technical approaches to preventing contraband cell phone use in prisons. NTIA will develop, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and the National Institute of Justice, a plan to investigate and evaluate how wireless jamming, detection and other technologies might be utilized for law enforcement and corrections applications in Federal and State prison facilities. To assist in its evaluation of these technologies, NTIA requests information from the public on technologies that would significantly reduce or eliminate contraband cell phone use without negatively affecting commercial wireless and public safety services (including 911 calls and other government radio services) in areas surrounding prisons. Comments are requested on or before June 11, 2010.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Richard J. Orsulak, Emergency Planning and Public Safety Division, Office of Spectrum Management, National Telecommunications and Information Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1212 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 600B, Washington, DC 20005; telephone (202) 482–9139 (202) 482–9139 or email rorsulak@ntia.doc.gov. "
- Notice of Inquiry (73KB pdf file)
- Submit NOI comments to contrabandcellphones@ntia.doc.gov
Click here for the NTIA website.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Graham v. Florida
From the Kristin Parsons Winokur, via the PsyLaw listserv:
"For those teaching juvenile justice and juvenile delinquency courses, the Supreme Court released its opinion in Graham v. Florida (case involved whether it is unconstitutional to sentence a juvenile to life without parole for a non-homicide case; Florida leads the nation in doing so): http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/09pdf/08-7412.pdf. The Court ruled the sentencing practice unconstitutional."
Kristin Parsons Winokur, Ph.D.
Justice Research Center
http://www.thejrc.com/
"For those teaching juvenile justice and juvenile delinquency courses, the Supreme Court released its opinion in Graham v. Florida (case involved whether it is unconstitutional to sentence a juvenile to life without parole for a non-homicide case; Florida leads the nation in doing so): http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/09pdf/08-7412.pdf. The Court ruled the sentencing practice unconstitutional."
Kristin Parsons Winokur, Ph.D.
Justice Research Center
http://www.thejrc.com/
In the news by Karen Franklin PhD: Brain research: Hippocampus hot, fMRI not
In the news by Karen Franklin PhD:
Another great post from Karen Franklin, from her Blog 'In the News'
"Brain research: Hippocampus hot, fMRI not
Court bans fMRI lie detection evidence
fMRI lie detection has been hailed as a technological breakthrough that could revolutionize legal cases by providing hard evidence about who is lying and who is telling the truth. But judges, not convinced of the brain scan's real-world validity, are just saying no.
Whereas general research about the fMRI has been admitted in the sentencing phase of some criminal trials, fMRI data has yet to be allowed in either the civil or criminal arenas as evidence of an individual's veracity."
Click here to view her post.
Another great post from Karen Franklin, from her Blog 'In the News'
"Brain research: Hippocampus hot, fMRI not
Court bans fMRI lie detection evidence
fMRI lie detection has been hailed as a technological breakthrough that could revolutionize legal cases by providing hard evidence about who is lying and who is telling the truth. But judges, not convinced of the brain scan's real-world validity, are just saying no.
Whereas general research about the fMRI has been admitted in the sentencing phase of some criminal trials, fMRI data has yet to be allowed in either the civil or criminal arenas as evidence of an individual's veracity."
Click here to view her post.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Training and Events
Training and Events:
1st Global Youth Justice Institute and Staff Retreat
June 14-17, 2010 in Provincetown, Cape Cod, MA
The Provincetown Inn and Resort http://www.provincetowninn.com/
"Registration is now open! This 1st Global Youth Justice Institute and Retreat is designed for the adult staff who currently or have previously have worked full-time and/or part-time in local youth justice programs in a wide range of capacities to include operational, administrative, and/or in support capacities such as board members and key volunteers."
http://www.globalyouthjustice.org/Training_and_Events.html
1st Global Youth Justice Institute and Staff Retreat
June 14-17, 2010 in Provincetown, Cape Cod, MA
The Provincetown Inn and Resort http://www.provincetowninn.com/
"Registration is now open! This 1st Global Youth Justice Institute and Retreat is designed for the adult staff who currently or have previously have worked full-time and/or part-time in local youth justice programs in a wide range of capacities to include operational, administrative, and/or in support capacities such as board members and key volunteers."
http://www.globalyouthjustice.org/Training_and_Events.html
Monday, May 10, 2010
Gonzaga University Institute for Action Against Hate
I spoke to a gentleman named Jim Mohr at the Gonzaga University Institute for Actiona Against Hate. They are putting together a conference on Hate next April. Take a look at their site, the Institute is doing some really great work.
Gonzaga University Institute for Action Against Hate:
"The Gonzaga Institute for Action Against Hate was founded as a positive and enduring vehicle for combating hate and hate crimes on campuses and in communities throughout the nation. While numerous government and non-governmental organizations are working against hate, the Institute is the only organization whose primary goal is to focus multi-disciplinary academic resources on the causes and effects of hate as well as potential strategies for combating hate"
Gonzaga University Institute for Action Against Hate:
"The Gonzaga Institute for Action Against Hate was founded as a positive and enduring vehicle for combating hate and hate crimes on campuses and in communities throughout the nation. While numerous government and non-governmental organizations are working against hate, the Institute is the only organization whose primary goal is to focus multi-disciplinary academic resources on the causes and effects of hate as well as potential strategies for combating hate"
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Tell the Senate: Pass Juvenile Justice Reform Now! | Change.org
From change.org; they need 1500 more signature for the petition.
Tell the Senate: Pass Juvenile Justice Reform Now! Change.org: "Tell the Senate: Pass Juvenile Justice Reform Now!
"Targeting: The U.S. Senate
Started by: Campaign for Youth Justice
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2009, S. 678, has been introduced and was approved by the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee by a vote of 12-7 on December 17th, 2009. The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA), was first enacted in 1974 and provides federal funding to states that comply with a set of best practices aimed at avoiding the detention and incarceration of young people in juvenile and adult facilities."
Tell the Senate: Pass Juvenile Justice Reform Now! Change.org: "Tell the Senate: Pass Juvenile Justice Reform Now!
"Targeting: The U.S. Senate
Started by: Campaign for Youth Justice
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2009, S. 678, has been introduced and was approved by the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee by a vote of 12-7 on December 17th, 2009. The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA), was first enacted in 1974 and provides federal funding to states that comply with a set of best practices aimed at avoiding the detention and incarceration of young people in juvenile and adult facilities."
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Events | National Institute of Justice
I had a few email exchanges with the NIJ this week; really great people and very informative. From the NIJ site, here are some events in the near future:
Events National Institute of Justice:
Mock Prison Riot, May 2-5, 2010, Moundsville, W.VA: Free except for travel and lodging.
NIJ Conference 2010, June 14-16, 2010, Arlington, VA: Free except for travel and lodging.
2010 Innovative Technologies for Corrections, June 21-23, 2010, Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Attendee Early Bird = $210 before 5/17/2010
On or after 5/17/2010 = $250
Impression and Pattern Evidence Symposium: August 2-5, 2010, Clearwater Beach, FL: Free, Registration is required
Events National Institute of Justice:
Mock Prison Riot, May 2-5, 2010, Moundsville, W.VA: Free except for travel and lodging.
NIJ Conference 2010, June 14-16, 2010, Arlington, VA: Free except for travel and lodging.
2010 Innovative Technologies for Corrections, June 21-23, 2010, Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Attendee Early Bird = $210 before 5/17/2010
On or after 5/17/2010 = $250
Impression and Pattern Evidence Symposium: August 2-5, 2010, Clearwater Beach, FL: Free, Registration is required
Monday, May 3, 2010
Can a prison save a town? - latimes.com
Can a prison save a town? - latimes.com
From LA Times today, interesting thoughts about the economy and prisons.
"Many California towns welcome new correctional facilities — and the jobs that come with them — hoping they'll revive the local economy. But the results can be disappointing."
Follow the link above and tell me what you think...
From LA Times today, interesting thoughts about the economy and prisons.
"Many California towns welcome new correctional facilities — and the jobs that come with them — hoping they'll revive the local economy. But the results can be disappointing."
Follow the link above and tell me what you think...
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