There are a number of policy changes specific to rule violations that states can explore to reduce the budgetary impacts of correctional control while not compromising public safety. Some of those changes include limiting arrest and incarceration prior to revocation hearings, limiting the use and capping the length of incarceration, and authorizing the use of non-prison sanctions.
Protecting the Protectors? Changes to Qualified Immunity for Police. As state lawmakers tackle policing issues ranging from use of force, mandatory body cameras and training to police officer well-being and policing alternatives, the focus will be on revising qualified immunity.
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