Prison sexual assault victims can now petition for compassionate release
Advocates are hoping more survivors of sexual assaults in federal prison can use a new method to win early release.
Compassionate Release
Frail people are left to die in prison as judges fail to act on a law to free them
Petitions for compassionate release soared in the pandemic, but federal judges denied most requests. This week officials will review guidelines aimed at freeing imprisoned people who pose no threat.
The U.S. is limiting compassionate release in plea deals. Many say that's cruel
The Justice Department has been limiting the ability of people in prison to apply for compassionate release. Advocates say that flouts Congress and is cruel.