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johnhutson

: Mass incarceration - 1 views

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    The author describes the United States prison system. The amount of people incarcerated in the U.S. is astonishing. The prison system lacks transparency; which is cause for great concern. The public is often aware of what takes place in a prison. The lack of public knowledge creates unsafe environments for both inmates and staff.
dan2084143

Torture: The Use of Solitary Confinement in U.S. Prisons - 0 views

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    Article that goes into the specifics in regards to Pelican Bay, California;s supermax that houses most inmates in solitary confinement from the start.
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Rights of Inmates - FindLaw - 0 views

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    Every person has rights that cannot be infringed. Though we have those rights, if we commit a crime and go to jail, those rights are not aloud to be used. This article explains how people can loose rights if sent to jail and why.
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    Even the most chronic or hardened inmates have basic rights that are protected by the U.S. Constitution. If you are facing incarceration, you should know your rights. If you have a family member or friend who is in prison or jail, you should know what their rights are, as well.
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