Reducing Disproportionate Minority Confinement: The Multnomah County, Oregon Success Story and its Implications

From the introduction:

“This policy brief will review the work done in one jurisdiction that has succeeded in reducing the number of minority youth detained pre-trial, summarize the lessons learned from innovations in Multnomah County, Oregon, and highlight their national significance. While the more general nationwide picture on reducing racial disparity in the juvenile justice system may seem rather gloomy, Multnomah County’s success story provides inspiration for communities looking to create a more efficient and fairer juvenile justice system.”