Prison overcrowding is a social phenomenon occurring when the demand for space in prisons in a jurisdiction exceeds the capacity for prisoners.The issues associated with prison overcrowding are not new, and have been brewing for many years. During the United States’ War on Drugs, the states were left responsible for solving the prison overcrowding issue with a limited amount of money. Moreover, federal prison populations may increase if states adhere to federal policies, such as mandatory minimum sentences. On the other hand, the Justice Department provides billions of dollars a year…
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@B2FXBYQ3mos3MO
Depending on the crime they comited yes. If it was somthing like murder, then no, but if it was somthing like robbery then Yes or place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet.
@B2FKR6Z3mos3MO
yes but I think there should be some punishment like house arrest or build some less strict prisons were they get more rec time and outside time
@B2B6VBRConservative3mos3MO
depending on what the prisoner is in for, if hes in for somwthing serious like murder. but if their in for crimes that arent bad they should be let out on house arrest
@9RCRJ4F9mos9MO
This isn’t a yes/no question. What is the crime, how did it impact others, how substantial was it, and so on. Facile thinking on serious matters shouldn’t be an approach here.
@8XRZK4J3yrs3Y
Many factors to be considered with this question. Releasing because of overcrowding when diversion to begin with should be the goal.
The carceral system is ineffective and should be dismantled.
@8PKBLYV4yrs4Y
Non violent criminals shouldn't be in prison in the first place
@8L2JXFH4yrs4Y
Yes, but they need to be highly monitored and depending the type of crime committed.
@9B7SW332yrs2Y
Yes, either community service or house arrest depending on the situation. Only in specific cases though.It should be individual based on what is best for the community and what will produce meaningful change.
@9B556TC2yrs2Y
All depends on case circumstance
@998PDTP2yrs2Y
I think this really depends on the crime, for simple theft then I would agree but I think if it's anything bigger then no. I think if prisoners are released then they should have regular check ups from a parole officer.
@97529D22yrs2Y
Yes if they have exhibited good behaviour.
@8WNHTXHNew Democratic4yrs4Y
Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis and be monitored by electronic means.
@8J7JJCV5yrs5Y
Depending on what they were in prison for.
@8GHWTQB5yrs5Y
If they are in for possession of an illegal substance, theft without violence, or a DUI situation that caused a death through mva should be released with community service, mental health assessments and check ins, along with two to eight mandatory meetings to ensure they will abide by laws going forward.
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