Criminal Justice
Our criminal records system is more punitive than the US
FairChecks finds criminal record disclosure requirements in England and Wales much more punitive than the US.
31st January 2024
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FairChecks finds criminal record disclosure requirements in England and Wales much more punitive than the US.
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