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 more39% Yes |
61% No |
17% Yes |
54% No |
12% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
4% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
10% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
3% No, we should build more prisons |
See how support for each position on “Prison Overcrowding” has changed over time for 78.9k Germany voters.
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See how importance of “Prison Overcrowding” has changed over time for 78.9k Germany voters.
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Unique answers from Germany users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Depends on the crime. Some non-violent crimes can still pose serious risk and measures should be put into place to prevent repeated offenders.
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We should offer rehabilitation, education, to those who go through testing to see if they have violent tendencies.
@9G8NM2M 6mos6MO
For nonviolent drug offenders, petty thefts, etc. White collar criminals should not be released for overcrowding
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Get rid of blacks and Muslims and other non Germans and there will be plenty of space
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Yes, and create more supportive programs for rehabilitation, skill building, etc.
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