Atlanta Forward: Leadership

Today’s topic tackles two elements of the criminal justice system: victims of crime and the incarcerated. Our lead column outlines provisions provided to crime victims in Georgia through the Crime Victims Compensation Program. It’s a resource for assistance that range from mental health counseling to funeral care. The companion essay deals with the “collateral consequences” of mass incarceration.

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