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Stories about the justice system in Connecticut: law enforcement, courts, prisons and incarceration, juvenile justice and public corruption.
CT debate on parole eligibility bill ends without a vote
House leaders said they would not bring the bill up for discussion, but pressure from the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus opened up a debate.
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CT bill to expand parole eligibility clears Senate over GOP objection
The bill would raise the age from 21 to 25 or younger for early parole eligibility. One GOP lawmaker called it “the scariest” bill of 2026.
DC shooting suspect’s family ‘expressed concern’ to CT police
Cole Tomas Allen’s family contacted New London, Conn., police after the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and raised concerns.
CT nonprofits supporting victims of crime to see more funding cuts
The cuts are result of dwindling infusions into the Crime Victims Fund, which come from penalties and fines for federal criminal convictions.
Kosta Diamantis rejects plea deal in second bribery case
Kosta Diamantis was to appear before a federal judge Monday at what was scheduled as a routine change-of-plea hearing to accept a deal.
CT prisons report 10th death in custody so far this year
The death of Gamboy Guaranda, who was found by a correction officer early Thursday morning, has been ruled a suicide.
Specialized care for girls in juvenile justice system has faltered, experts say
Connecticut was once a leader in gender-responsive strategies for incarcerated young women. Experts and advocates say it’s falling behind.
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