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 367 Independents voters.
45% Yes |
55% No |
27% Yes |
46% No |
11% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
5% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
7% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
2% No, we should build more prisons |
1% No, transfer them to under crowded prisons instead |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 367 Independents voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 367 Independents voters.
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Unique answers from Independents voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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Completely depends on the scenario, but overall I would agree with a combination of certain precautions.
@9S6KB2J3mos3MO
Yes, but they should have to wear an electronic bracelet, report to a parol officer weekly, and preform community service
@9MLX6MS6mos6MO
Yes, but maybe not directly released and they need to be able to be accounted for. Also it would really depend on the crime, for example someone who committed a non-violent crime against children should not be allowed near them
@9M6X6CW 7mos7MO
It definitely depends on their crime. If the crimes that have been committed were violent, then no. They should be kept unless given the deal penalty. If the crimes were not violent then they can be released and made to do community service on a daily basis.
@9HRSGJL 11mos11MO
Depends on the crime. Some non-violent crimes can still pose serious risk and measures should be put into place to prevent repeated offenders.
@9GYNHJF1yr1Y
We should offer rehabilitation, education, to those who go through testing to see if they have violent tendencies.
@9G8NM2M 1yr1Y
For nonviolent drug offenders, petty thefts, etc. White collar criminals should not be released for overcrowding
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