Ramsey County’s “Lights On!” program increases public safety and improves trust in law enforcement while reducing unnecessary traffic stops.

As we plan for the coming year, we are pleased to share a recap of LEL’s activities in 2025 to advance our mission: to improve our criminal justice system by reducing unnecessary incarceration, increase fairness, and strengthen public safety.   We are grateful to our members for their continued engagement and leadership throughout a year […]

In the last quarter of 2025, LEL continued to advance evidence-based strategies that strengthen public safety while reducing unnecessary incarceration. We are particularly excited to highlight progress in federal advocacy and leadership from LEL members across the country in improving crisis response, accountability, reentry, and community partnerships. HONORING THE LEADERSHIP OF RONAL W. SERPAS  As […]

It’s been a busy summer for advocacy and outreach! Over the past few months, LEL has been developing ideas from our spring convening in June, building advocacy relationships, and working on ways to amplify members’ innovations and priorities. As discussed at the spring convening, we are exploring a working group initiative to bring a small […]

We’re excited to introduce LEL’s new website! Our redesigned site not only features a brand-new look but also makes it easier to share information and showcase LEL’s mission, priorities, and advocacy. New features include a FAQ section, events page, media and recruitment inquiry forms, a site-wide search bar, a filterable advocacy document library, and a news […]

In the first quarter of 2025, LEL has remained focused on promoting fact-based solutions to enhance the fairness and effectiveness of our justice system while ensuring safer communities in a complex political landscape.  As always, we value your input as we navigate this challenging time for reform. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any […]

Four priorities Congress can pass this year that will improve public safety, accountability, and fairness. INTRODUCTION Law Enforcement Leaders to Reduce Crime &  Incarceration (LEL), which was formed in 2015,  brings together approximately 200 current and former police chiefs, sheriffs, federal and state chief prosecutors, attorneys general, and corrections officials from across the country who […]

As we plan for the coming year, we are pleased to present a recap of LEL’s accomplishments in 2024. Over the past year, we have expanded our public profile to be a trusted voice for evidence-based reforms that enhance public safety and reduce crime.  These successes would not have been possible without the support of […]