Oklahoma can learn from criminal justice reform in Texas

 
The Oklahoman Editorial
Published: February 14, 2012

A S Oklahoma tackles criminal justice reform, we'd be wise to consider an offering of neighborly advice. Texas state Rep. Jerry Madden shared his experience at last week's Justice Reinvestment in Oklahoma discussion hosted by House Speaker Kris Steele and The Council of State Governments Justice Center .

Madden's adventure in criminal justice began seven years ago when Texas' speaker of the House asked hi...


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