Resource Type

Advocacy | Financial Costs v Savings | Fines and Fees | Laws & Legislation | Policy | Research | Standards | Technical Assistance

Coverage Area

National
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Advocacy, Financial Costs v Savings, Fines and Fees, Laws & Legislation, Policy, Research, Standards, Technical Assistance
Fines and Fees Justice Center

The Fines and Fees Justice Center is a national organization focused on eliminating the harmful impact of fines and fees on low-income communities and people of color. The organization engages in advocacy and policy work to promote more equitable, effective, and humane justice system practices. The center provides resources and support to organizations and individuals fighting for justice system reform, including research and policy analysis, strategic planning, and technical assistance. They also provide training and support to impacted individuals to help them navigate the justice system and advocate for themselves and their communities. The ultimate goal of the Fines and Fees Justice Center is to create a more fair and just justice system for all.

Resource Type

Advocacy | Education & Training | Financial Costs v Savings | Laws & Legislation | Policy | Research | Training | University

Coverage Area

National
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Advocacy, Education & Training, Financial Costs v Savings, Laws & Legislation, Policy, Research, Training, University
Harvard Law School

The Criminal Justice Policy Program at Harvard Law School is dedicated to advancing reform of the criminal legal system. As part of this mission, they have created the 50-State Criminal Justice Debt Reform Builder, a resource designed to help policymakers and advocates understand and reform criminal justice debt policies across the United States. The online tool provides an interactive map and state-by-state summaries of criminal justice debt laws and policies, including fees, fines, restitution, and other financial obligations imposed on individuals involved in the criminal legal system. The resource aims to support data-driven policy reforms and advocacy efforts to reduce the harms caused by criminal justice debt.

Resource Type

Financial Costs v Savings | Governance | Laws & Legislation | Policy | Research | Watchdog

Coverage Area

California
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Financial Costs v Savings, Governance, Laws & Legislation, Policy, Research, Watchdog
Legislative Analysts Office (LAO)

The Legislative Analysts Office (LAO) is a nonpartisan organization that provides independent fiscal and policy analysis to the California State Legislature. The organizations primary role is to assist lawmakers in their decision-making process by providing objective and reliable information on the economic and fiscal implications of legislative proposals. The LAOs research covers a wide range of policy areas, including education, healthcare, transportation, and criminal justice. The organization also provides recommendations on how to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs and services. In addition to its research and analysis, the LAO also provides testimony to legislative committees and engages in public outreach to promote transparency and accountability in state government. Overall, the LAO plays a critical role in ensuring that Californias public policies are based on sound analysis and evidence.

Resource Type

Budget | Financial Costs v Savings | Funding | Transparency

Coverage Area

San Diego County
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Budget, Financial Costs v Savings, Funding, Transparency
Open Budget – San Diego County

Open Budget is an online resource provided by the San Diego County government that offers citizens an accessible and transparent way to explore the countys budget and financial information. The website provides information on the countys annual budget, capital improvement program, and financial reports. The interactive interface allows users to easily navigate and analyze the data, and provides tools for comparing spending across departments and years. The goal of Open Budget is to promote transparency and public engagement in the countys budget process, and to provide citizens with the information they need to understand how their tax dollars are being spent. Overall, Open Budget is an important resource for residents of San Diego County who want to stay informed and engaged in the countys financial decision-making.

Resource Type

Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) | Criminal Legal | Financial Costs v Savings | Policy | Research | Technical Assistance

Coverage Area

National
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Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI), Criminal Legal, Financial Costs v Savings, Policy, Research, Technical Assistance
Pew Charitable Trusts (PEW)

The Pew Charitable Trusts Public Safety Performance Project (PSPP) is a non-partisan initiative focused on promoting effective, data-driven solutions to improve public safety and reduce the high rates of incarceration in the United States. The project partners with state governments and other stakeholders to identify evidence-based policies and practices that can reduce recidivism and improve public safety outcomes, while also reducing the cost and size of the criminal justice system. The PSPP provides technical assistance, research, and analysis to support reforms and policies that prioritize public safety and fiscal responsibility. The project is an important resource for policymakers and criminal justice practitioners who are seeking innovative solutions to the complex challenges of public safety and criminal justice reform.

Resource Type

Advocacy | Data Exchange & Reporting | Financial Costs v Savings | Laws & Legislation | Policy | Prison | Research

Coverage Area

California
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Advocacy, Data Exchange & Reporting, Financial Costs v Savings, Laws & Legislation, Policy, Prison, Research
Prison Policy Initiative (PPI)

The Prison Policy Initiative (PPI) is a non-profit organization that focuses on producing research and advocacy work aimed at reducing the harms of mass incarceration in the United States. The PPI California Profile is an online resource that provides detailed data and analysis of the California criminal justice system, including the states incarceration rates, demographics of the incarcerated population, and the economic and social impacts of incarceration in the state. The California Profile is part of a larger project by the PPI to create accessible and comprehensive data on mass incarceration in all 50 states, with the goal of promoting informed policy reform and public dialogue on this critical issue.

Resource Type

Advocacy | Data Exchange & Reporting | Evidence-based Programs & Practices | Financial Costs v Savings | Policy | Research

Coverage Area

Washington
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Advocacy, Data Exchange & Reporting, Evidence-based Programs & Practices, Financial Costs v Savings, Policy, Research
Washington State Institute for Public Policy

The Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) is a non-partisan research organization established to provide data and research-based information to the Washington State legislature, governor, and other decision-makers to support their work in policymaking. WSIPP conducts independent, applied research to evaluate public policies and programs in various areas including criminal justice, education, health, and social welfare. Their research focuses on identifying evidence-based policies and programs that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government spending. The Current Projects page on the WSIPP website provides information on the ongoing research projects that the organization is conducting in these areas.

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