Criminal Justice Reform

Definition

Criminal justice reform involves changes in policy and laws with an aim towards improving fairness, efficiency, and effectiveness within a country's criminal justice system.

Analogy

Imagine you're playing a game where some rules seem unfair or outdated. Criminal justice reform is like updating those rules so everyone has an equal chance at winning.

Related terms

Sentencing Reform: This refers to efforts aimed at changing sentencing laws and practices which may have led to unfair punishment or overpopulation in prisons.

Prison Overcrowding: A situation where there are more prisoners than can be accommodated comfortably within available prison space leading often leading to poor conditions and services.

Recidivism Rate: The rate at which released prisoners return back into prison usually due to committing another crime.