Famm | search
Click here to view Famm news from 60+ newspapers.
Bookmark or Share- Issues by State | Families Against Mandatory Minimums FoundationFAMM began working in California in 2021 to repeal the state's mandatory minimums for a number of drug offenses. FAMM supported the successful passage of SB 73 by Sen. Scott Wiener which eliminated mandatory minimums for certain drug offenses while creating a safety valve for others. Read our summary of SB 73 to learn more.
- About | Families Against Mandatory Minimums FoundationThis pivotal role will oversee an exceptional communications team and work closely with senior leadership to drive FAMM's mission forward. About FAMM: For over three decades, FAMM has been instrumental in securing critical sentencing reforms at both federal and state levels.
- Sentencing Reform | Families Against Mandatory Minimums FoundationFAMM is against mandatory minimums for ANY and ALL offenses. Mandatory minimum sentences are set by Congress and state lawmakers. They require judges to impose automatic, minimum prison terms for certain offenses. One-size-fits-all sentences are not based on the individual person and do not take into account each individual’s situation.
- Second Chances | Families Against Mandatory Minimums FoundationSecond Look Laws. People change. Their sentences should, too. Second look laws allow decision-makers such as courts or parole boards to reevaluate a person's sentence after a sufficient period of time served in prison and determine if that sentence is still necessary.
- FAMMShare Your Story. 1 in 2 adults in the U.S. has experienced incarceration in their family. Help Us Change This Families for Justice Reform FAMM seeks to create a more fair and effective justice system that respects our American values of individual accountability and dignity while keeping communities safe. 1 in 2 adults in the U.S. has experienced.
More
