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FAMM advocates for prison reform through: PRISON OVERSIGHT Prisons are some of the darkest places in the nation. Prisons are some of the darkest places in the nation. Reports of violence, inhumane living conditions, abuse and neglect from staff, and lack of accountability from leadership have become too common. Understaffed and overcrowded prisons that lack…

FAMM works toward sentencing reform in these key ways: MANDATORY MINIMUMS FAMM is against mandatory minimums for ANY and ALL offenses. Mandatory minimum sentences are set by Congress and state lawmakers. They require judges to impose automatic, minimum prison terms for certain offenses. One-size-fits-all sentences are not based on the individual person and do not…

FAMM advocates for second chances through: SECOND LOOK LAWS People change. Their sentences should, too. Second look laws allow decision-makers such as courts or parole boards to reevaluate a person’s sentence after a sufficient period of time served in prison and determine if that sentence is still necessary. We support second look laws because people…

OUR MISSION A more fair and effective justice system — for everyone. Creating a more fair and effective justice system that respects our American values of individual accountability and dignity while keeping our communities safe. This is our mission. And as this video shows, our work is making an impact. That’s why we need your…