State Prosecutors Offer ‘Blueprint’ for a Fairer Criminal Justice System | CT News Junkie

New Blueprint for Connecticut Prosecutors Released

Chief State’s Attorney Patrick Griffin unveils plan to promote fairness and increase public confidence in the criminal justice system

A new blueprint for Connecticut prosecutors was unveiled on Thursday by Chief State’s Attorney Patrick Griffin. The blueprint, titled “Moving Justice Forward,” aims to promote fairness and increase public confidence in the state’s criminal justice system. It was developed over the course of nearly a year with private funding from the Herbert & Nell Singer Foundation. The report, which spans over 217 pages, provides transparency into prosecutors’ policies and goals.

Goals for a Fair and Transparent Criminal Justice System

The blueprint sets a series of goals that were developed by a diverse group of stakeholders including prosecutors, defense attorneys, victim’s rights advocates, judges, police, and individuals who have experienced the criminal justice system firsthand. The project analyzed prosecutorial policies in four judicial districts in Connecticut: Hartford, New Britain, New London, and Danbury. The goals outlined in the report aim to improve consistency between the state’s 13 judicial districts and cover various aspects of the criminal justice system, from charging decisions to sentencing recommendations.

Emphasis on Sustainable Development Goals

The blueprint aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are a set of 17 global goals aimed at addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. By promoting fairness, increasing transparency, and recruiting a more diverse group of prosecutors, the blueprint contributes to several SDGs, including Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

Praise for the Blueprint

The blueprint has received praise from Theron Pride, the managing director of national initiatives and research with the Center for Justice Innovation. Pride commended the project for its inclusive approach and willingness to address difficult subjects and engage in meaningful conversations. He emphasized that this blueprint exemplifies good government practices by actively involving

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

1. SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

   • Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
   • Target 16.7: Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory, and representative decision-making at all levels.
   • Indicator: The report aims to promote fairness and increase public confidence in the state’s criminal justice system through a set of goals developed by a diverse group of stakeholders.

2. SDG 5: Gender Equality

   • Target 5.5: Ensure women’s full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making in political, economic, and public life.
   • Indicator: The report aims to recruit a more diverse group of prosecutors, which implies increasing gender diversity in the criminal justice system.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

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