Re-Entry and Recidivism
The Re-Entry and Recidivism section focuses on the challenges and strategies for helping former inmates successfully reintegrate into society while reducing the likelihood of reoffending. This directory provides articles and resources on effective re-entry programs, support services, and policies to lower recidivism rates. Understanding these concepts is vital for correctional professionals promoting rehabilitation and public safety. For more on inmate support, explore our section on Parole and Probation.
“Unlocked: A Jail Experiment” follows 46 inmates for six weeks without locks or officers in the Pulaski County Regional Detention facility
“Virginia’s consistently low recidivism rates demonstrate our commitment to evidence-based re-entry. We want everyone in our custody and under our supervision to make the best possible return to society,” VADOC Director Chad Dotson said
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Learning to trust the research
Parole board will be stripped of powers and recidivism will increase
Thoughts on reforming rehabilitation built by looking at past failures
Felony waivers in times of war: Is it justified?
The NH Department of Corrections plans to drop the population by 25 percent
Kane County jail’s “Transforming Incarcerated Dads” program returning results
“Don’t Fall Down in the Hood” Pa. juvenile program sees large budget cut
More than 3,000 turn out for a job fair designed for convicted felons.
Victim appreciates letter but questions motive
Areas smothered with fear as offenders leave prison
Could result in more former inmates returning to prison and an increase in prison crowding
Darryl Earl Moody was once convicted of shooting a 32-year-old citrus grower
Promising reentry program houses just-released female offenders together
The question was posed by a former Pa. inmate
New program allows inmates to train dogs in order to save their lives and find them homes.
Over the next several months, prison officials will shave $250 million from rehabilitation
Jerry Dewayne Williams quietly got another chance after the three-strikes law sent him to prison for 25 years to life. Now, any mistake could send him back.
Counties are interpreting law to ease crowding in different ways
Freddie Peacock of Rochester spent nearly 6-years behind bars
Sex offenders wanted right to live within 2,000 feet of a school or park
About 200 will return to Butte County alone
After 2 year sentence, Theresa Jones arrested for grand theft auto and drug possession
Crackdown came in response to secret program that released 1,700 inmates weeks ahead of time
City hopes to cut jail overcrowding and clean up streets
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