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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Response rates from 14k Quebec voters.
55% Yes |
45% No |
32% Yes |
37% No |
14% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
7% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
9% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
1% No, we should build more prisons |
0% No, transfer them to under crowded prisons instead |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 14k Quebec voters.
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Unique answers from Quebec voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@B26SR7T1 day1D
yes with strict parole rules, a ankle monitor depending on the charge, need to do daily community services, and mandatory therapy.
@B26GVFP3 days3D
Yes, but rehabilitation and community programs should be given to create a seamless transition for prisoners into the every day life.
@B24T7391wk1W
Yes, but ensure appropriate parole time, and provide social/financial programs to support their re-integration into society.
@B244VCM2wks2W
This question is too vague. It would very much depend on what the crime actually was. And should be judged on an individual basis
@9ZZX9XB3wks3W
ABOLISH PRISON! IT’S NOT NEEDED! it should be like living a normal life, just without a huge amount of people around you all the time
@9ZZC3333wks3W
If they have served 3/4 of their sentence and prove they are safe to the community and can be rehabilitated in a safe way, then they must serve parole and do community service for the rest of their sentence
@9ZPV46V1mo1MO
It depends on what they're in for, if they were simply evading taxes then sure. But if they were a registered sex offender, keep them in there.
@9ZKJKHW1mo1MO
its dependant if they a proven that they aren't bad people and have been doing good in jail and haven't had anyproblems
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