IN: Criminal Justice
Monday, April 22, 2024
IN Rape crisis center opens to reduce assault cases, heighten attention
The Me Too movement prompted sexual abuse victims to come forward with their allegations of rape and harassment. Yet, the increase in these …
'Explosion' of threats lure Hoosier kids into 'sextortion' cycle
The FBI is warning Hoosiers about an urgent, growing danger called "sextortion." Warning lights are flashing, alarm bells are blaring, and this is …
Urgency grows as IN grapples with attorney shortage crisis
Indiana is among states dealing with an attorney shortage crisis and its potential impact on the criminal justice system. As states grapple with the …
IN partners with truckers to raise human trafficking awareness
Truckers and other commercial drivers see a lot while crisscrossing Indiana, which is why they are partnering with law enforcement this week to raise …
Juvenile detention rates show big racial disparities in IN, US
Youth incarceration rates have declined in Indiana and nationwide since 2014. But a new study shows young people of color are more likely to be …
Estados vecinos dejan atrás a Indiana en una 'nube de humo'
La mayoría de los habitantes de Hoosier están de acuerdo con la legalización de la marihuana: el 85% la aprueba, según una …
Neighboring states leave Indiana behind in 'cloud of smoke'
Most Hoosiers are okay with legalizing marijuana -- 85% approve, according to a poll from Indiana Public Radio and Ball State University. However…
IN domestic violence rates remain at troubling levels
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The most recent study from the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence cites a 181% …
Indy's Clinician-Led Community Response Team Steps Up
What began as a conversation between Indianapolis community leaders about public health and criminal-justice reform in 2021 has led to formation of a …
Hundreds of New Indiana Laws Start This Weekend
More than 250 new laws take effect Saturday in Indiana. They range from legalizing the ninja weapons known as throwing stars, to creating a 25-foot …
IN Group to Create Strategic Plan to Prevent Domestic Abuse
A grant has been awarded to a Central Indiana group to increase awareness about domestic violence and its traumatic effect on survivors. Indiana …
Report Reveals Stark Racial Disparities in IN Bail Costs
A new report from Indiana University revealed stark racial disparities in bail costs, and outlined how those higher costs can have long-term impacts …