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Monday September 21st, 2020 - 11:32 am
Historic parts of Utah prison shouldn’t get torn down, groups argue
Historic parts of Utah prison shouldn’t get torn down, groups argue
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Draper • Its notorious concrete walls and iron bars might hold some of Utah’s ugliest memories, but many believe portions of the old state prison should be saved.Friday September 18th, 2020 - 11:29 pm
Officials consider streamlining Utah Sex Offender Registry, using better data
Officials consider streamlining Utah Sex Offender Registry, using better data
www.standard.net
SALT LAKE CITY — State officials are considering changes to the sex offender registry, starting with deeper data gathering to determine whether it is safe for more offenders to beThis is one of the dumbest ideas ever perpetrated on the public. It tends to scare people unnecessarily and labels others unconscionably. Return it to its original use, for law enforcement use only.
Thursday September 17th, 2020 - 11:50 pm
Casualties of the ‘Crack’ Era: Today’s Aging Prisoners | The Crime Report
Casualties of the ‘Crack’ Era: Today’s Aging Prisoners | The Crime Report
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A new study traces the aging of America’s prison population to the harsh criminal sentencing of the 1980s "crack" era, when an entire generation in its early 20s was locked away for drug crimes that earned lighter terms just a decade later.Thursday September 17th, 2020 - 3:38 pm
Far From Being Beyond Saving, Prison Youth Deserve Every Opportunity For Meaningful Rehabilitation (via The Appeal)
Far From Being Beyond Saving, Prison Youth Deserve Every Opportunity For Meaningful Rehabilitation
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We should demand that prison officials and our elected representatives honor their constitutional obligation to promote and support youth healing, growth, and change.Every time I read articles like this, I have to fight the anger . . . yes, at government, but that I am not rich like the top, what is it 5%? who could really make a difference in the world with that money.
Yes...HEY KAEPERDICK PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR BIG MOUTH IS...OR HEY LEBRON JAMES ...HOW ABOUT YOU?? USE YOUR BLACK PRIVILEGE WITH ALL YOUR MILLIONS TO HELP OUT POOR KIDS OF ALL COLORS AND ENTHINIC BACKGROUNDS! OH I FORGOT...YOU'RE A RACIST AGAINST WHITE PEOPLE!
Thursday September 17th, 2020 - 10:19 am
DWS is having another virtual job fair on Thursday, September 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Employers are looking to hire locally and for work from from home positions.
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Meet with employers that are hiring now! Employers are from around the state and a wide variety of industries. Join the job fair from the comfort ofWednesday September 16th, 2020 - 12:24 pm
State cites tighter use of facial recognition, but civil libertarians want more guarantees
State cites tighter use of facial recognition, but civil libertarians want more guarantees
www.standard.net
A top state official said Tuesday the Utah Department of Public Safety is tightening procedures in its controversial facial recognition system, but civil liberties groups asked that specific safeguards beTuesday September 15th, 2020 - 7:18 pm
Whistleblower alleges high rate of hysterectomies and medical neglect at Federal ICE detention facility
www.cnn.com/2020/09/15/politics/immigration-customs-enforcement-medical-care-detainees/index.html
Whistleblower alleges high rate of hysterectomies and medical neglect at ICE facility
www.cnn.com
A whistleblower who previously worked at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Georgia detailed a high rate of hysterectomies and alleged medical neglect in a complaint filed to the Department of Homeland Security inspector general Monday.WTF???
this is Trump's America . No different to Nazi germany.
Tuesday September 15th, 2020 - 6:41 pm
Utah sheriffs want tougher criminal penalties against rioters
Utah sheriffs want tougher criminal penalties against rioters
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Weber County Sheriff Ryan Arbon urged the Utah Legislature on Tuesday to toughen criminal penalties against rioters.good it needs to be a enhance crime.
Down with the police state!
Me too!
They’d rather make penalties harsher for those standing against injustice than just idk... not shooting people? Gross.
Good they need to be
Tuesday September 15th, 2020 - 6:39 pm
While some changes made, state facial recognition use remains unregulated in Utah
While some changes made, state facial recognition use remains unregulated in Utah
www.deseret.com
A bill that would have placed new rules and restrictions on the use of facial recognition software showed up late in the 2020 Utah legislative session and never had a chance. While the Department of Public Safety has moved forward with new rules on how and when the searches can be made, civil rights...Tuesday September 15th, 2020 - 1:55 pm
Today the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Interim Committee met and covered a range of topics including the sex offender registry, facial recognition, student data privacy, statutory responses to riots, correctional facility placement, State v. Bowden, and others. Special thanks to UPAN Directors Wendy Lynne Parmley and Faye L Jenkins for their efforts to inform the committee of our concerns. Listen to the recording here: le.utah.gov/av/committeeArchive.jsp?mtgID=17180
C445 - Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Interim Committee
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Home Sessions Committee Streaming This is the notification div Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Interim Committee - September 15, 2020 445 State Capitol Follow Along Display documents automatically as they are discussed This meeting is not currently streaming. Committee Business Sex Offender ....Monday September 14th, 2020 - 9:56 pm
After a six-month hiatus we're pleased to offer our first virtual monthly meeting format. This UPAN Monthly Meeting mainly focused on you: What's your experience been like since COVID-19 started? How are your incarcerated loved ones doing? What are your top concerns right now? We'll provide a few updates as well.
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My son at Kane co isn't recieving the letters wither
Monday September 14th, 2020 - 9:42 pm
Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, co-chair of the Point of the Mountain State Land Authority, and other officials announced Monday they’ve hired a planning expert known for sustainable developments and launched a survey to gather public input on the planning process for the 700 acres owned by the state currently home to the Utah State Prison.
New Survey Seeks Ideas For Prison Site Redevelopment
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State and local leaders say creating a redevelopment plan for the prison site at the Point of the Mountain is one of the most important economic opportunities in Utah’s history.Monday September 14th, 2020 - 5:09 pm
Please Join Us TONIGHT for Our Virtual Monthly Meeting | Topic: Family Meeting - mailchi.mp/utahprisoneradvocate/september-2020
