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…
Read more45% Yes |
55% No |
25% Yes |
49% No |
11% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
3% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
9% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
2% No, we should build more prisons |
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