Sentencing Review

Prison Crisis: Report Blames Government’s ‘Tough on Crime’ Policies

Prison Crisis: Report Blames Government’s ‘Tough on Crime’ Policies

Report blames overly tough crime laws for current prison system issues. It calls for sentencing reforms. Prison Crisis: Report Blames Government’s ‘Tough on Crime’ Policies A new report indicates prisons are facing a crisis. Past governments prioritized appearing tough on crime, which led to issues plaguing the system today. Longer jail terms overwhelmed the prison…

Prison Overcrowding Blamed on Knee Jerk Reactions to Tragic Events

Prison Overcrowding Blamed on Knee Jerk Reactions to Tragic Events

Report claims quick reforms after tragedies led to overcrowded prisons and strained justice system nearly to point of collapse. Prison Overcrowding Blamed on Knee Jerk Reactions to Tragic Events People are furious about terrible crimes. This anger strains the justice system. A sentencing review head says it’s near collapse. Quick changes after tragedies made prisons…