Criminal justice

Thai Monastery Runs Drug Rehab Program

Thai Monastery Runs Drug Rehab Program — (LinkAsia: July 1, 2011) Buddhist monks use diet, discipline and self-reflection to cure drug addicts. Broadcaster: VTV4, 6/28/2011.


Zeitgeist's 'Good Television' exposes a harsh reality
The series follows drug addicts and their families,… Continue reading

Matt Harvey Attends Knicks Game

Matt Harvey attends Knicks game
… fine and allowable under his rehab agreement with the Mets. Sunday is an off-day for rehab in Florida, so Harvey is free to travel. Harvey rehabs in New York when the Mets are there… Continue reading

10 Things to Know for Monday

10 Things to Know for Monday
A report that's been declassified by the Senate Intelligence Committee is expected to be sharply critical of the treatment of terror prisoners, including some held in the enshrouded "Camp 7." 4. 'THE LONGER WE… Continue reading

Perry Recognized for Criminal Justice Reform

Perry recognized for criminal justice reform
When Perry took office, Texas had seven drug courts. Since then, Texas now has 122 drug courts and 12 veterans treatment courts. By providing alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenders, Texas has saved an… Continue reading

Changes in Criminal Justice System Gaining Bipartisan Support in Congress

Changes in criminal justice system gaining bipartisan support in Congress
Even Texas Republican Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, who have had their differences, are willing to join with more liberal members in the Senate in support of two bills… Continue reading

Holder Pushes States to Allow Ex-Convicts to Vote, Affecting 2.2 Million

Holder Pushes States to Allow Ex-Convicts to Vote, Affecting 2.2 Million
In a speech at Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C., Holder continued his efforts to reform the criminal justice system to work better for African-Americans, such as… Continue reading

Sister Worried Brother Could Harm Himself, Others

Sister worried brother could harm himself, others
When this happens, they are no longer in touch with reality or potential dangers they are creating — and therefore they are a danger to themselves and others,” said Olivero, whose brother was… Continue reading

50 Years of Night: A Drug-Addled City Hits Bottom, Strives to Get Clean

50 Years of Night: A drug-addled city hits bottom, strives to get clean
It would take determined efforts by local citizens, a far-reaching federal investigation, new law enforcement and treatment programs, and changes in laws to inspire hope —… Continue reading

Issues in Criminal Justice And/or Law Enforcement That Has Not Been Studied?

Question by man-man: Issues in Criminal Justice and/or Law enforcement that has not been studied?
I am doing a research proposal for school. I have to write a proposal on some aspect in criminal justice/ law enforcement that has not… Continue reading

Better Presurgery Mood Predicts Better Postsurgery Recovery

Better Presurgery Mood Predicts Better Postsurgery Recovery
Stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems can weaken immune systems and make one more susceptible to illness and disease. Studies have demonstrated the positive effects of psychosocial interventions on cancer patients… Continue reading