David T. Johnson
Now Is The Time For Bail Reform In Hawaii
Gov. David Ige should sign House Bill 1567 into law.
In Hawaii, It Is All Too Easy To Punish
All that is required to file a valid criminal complaint is a prosecutor鈥檚 signature.
The Mailbox Conspiracy And Honolulu鈥檚 Culture Of Corruption
A new book by federal public defender Alexander Silvert on the Kealoha conspiracy is a must-read.
What One Of America鈥檚 Leading Police Professionals Says About Police Reform
Bill Bratton has led police departments in Boston, New York City and Los Angeles and has done more to influence American policing than any other person.
The Scandal Of Non-Reform In Honolulu Law Enforcement
It takes a village to do denial this deeply.
A Catastrophe Is Growing At Oahu鈥檚 Jail
Longstanding problems with overcrowding have now helped make OCCC the most dangerous place in Hawaii.
Honolulu Has Serious Police Problems
There’s a failure of political will to hold law enforcement accountable for its performance.
Sense And Nonsense On Releasing Jail And Prison Inmates
In many parts of America the coronavirus outbreak behind bars is far more widespread than previously believed.
Hawaii Needs To Release Inmates Soon, And On A Large Scale
We are at serious risk of a public health catastrophe in our correctional facilities and communities.