Mercy triumphs over judgment. That’s not an idea that will make it in to many blockbuster action movies or courtroom reality TV shows, but when it comes to real life, nothing makes for a better story than the missteps of offenders being wiped clean. Those are the very stories that are being written in Cumberland County, as Commissioner Charles Evans and District Attorney Billy West, along with their team of partners, are working hard to achieve second chances, a new life, a clean slate, for some in their community.

 

Relevant Links

• Charles Evans - Biography Page
• Cumberland County District Attorney - Information Page
• Life is Worth Living - Project Fresh Start - Home Page
• Episode 10: Are counties working to combat recidivism in county jails? | Reducing costs and assisting incarcerated individuals | “Building a network of care”
• Second Chance Act - S562