Collateral Consequences and Racial Inequality
- 1 February 2005
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Contemporary Criminal Justice
- Vol. 21 (1), 82-90
- https://doi.org/10.1177/1043986204271702
Abstract
Studies of the collateral consequences of felony conviction have generally focused on single restrictions such as disenfranchisement or disqualification for welfare assistance. Although these studies have provided a wealth of valuable information, such an approach only provides a partial picture of the broader social context in which collateral sanctions operate and their implications for social stratification. Even after felons complete their sentences, they often find whole classes of key privileges revoked and opportunities blocked. Furthermore, because they are most likely to experience criminal justice sanctions, Black males are at far greater risk of also facing the social disadvantages that accompany criminal punishment. This article argues that collateral consequence provisions play a role in maintaining and exacerbating racial inequality.Keywords
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