The Cost of Jail Calls and Commissary Markups - Implementing Racially Equitable Reforms for Incarcerated People

Explore the critical issue of exorbitant jail call costs and commissary markups in this illuminating webinar recording. Delve into the racial and economic inequities perpetuated by these practices, and learn about groundbreaking reforms implemented in San Francisco. Discover how making jail phone calls free and eliminating commissary markups can positively impact incarcerated individuals and their families. Gain insights from policy leaders, researchers, and criminal justice advocates on advancing phone justice proposals at local and federal levels. Examine the results of a comprehensive survey of incarcerated people and understand its implications for other municipalities. Learn strategies for building effective coalitions to drive reform in your community. Understand the broader context of these issues within equitable criminal justice policy and explore actionable steps to implement change.

The Cost of Jail Calls and Commissary Markups