Criminal Justice

The US Immigration Court System Is Far From Normal

Immigration courts post “self-deportation” signs as backlogs grow, sparking concerns over fairness and political influence.

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Private Prison Companies See Revenues Surge From Ice Detentions

GEO Group and CoreCivic’s revenues grow with ICE detention contracts as federal immigration funding rises.

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Downtown Trenton Curfew Raises Equity Concerns

Trenton’s new East State Street curfew draws concern over impact on Black youth, public safety, and small businesses.

NJ To Get Largest Immigrant Detention Site On East Coast?

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst may become the largest immigrant detention hub on the East Coast under a new federal deportation plan.

Four Charged After Fatal Street Racing Crash On Garden State Parkway In New Jersey

Four charged after a fatal Woodbridge street racing crash, including a driver who fled and tried to leave the country.

NJ Supreme Court Affirms AG’s Oversight Of Paterson Police

The NJ Supreme Court upheld the state’s takeover of Paterson Police, following Najee Seabrooks’ death and calls for greater accountability.

Advocates Decry Court Decision In NJ’s Immigrant Detention Fight

Court ruling keeps private immigrant detention centers open in New Jersey, drawing outcry from advocates over separation and abuse.

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Grand Jury Declines To Charge Officer Who Killed Victoria Lee

The decision comes almost one year after Fort Lee Police killed Lee while responding to her mental health emergency.

Advocates Criticize Bill To Remove State Police Oversight

Advocates oppose bill removing NJ State Police from AG oversight, citing accountability and trust concerns.

Fourth Of July Policing Raises Racial Profiling Concerns

NJ’s Fourth of July policing sparks racial profiling concerns as Black residents report over-policing and mistrust during holiday enforcement.