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 966 Whitby voters.
51% Yes |
49% No |
26% Yes |
41% No |
13% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
7% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
12% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
1% No, we should build more prisons |
0% No, transfer them to under crowded prisons instead |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 966 Whitby voters.
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Unique answers from Whitby voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9ZPV46V5 days5D
It depends on what they're in for, if they were simply evading taxes then sure. But if they were a registered sex offender, keep them in there.
@9ZKJKHW2wks2W
its dependant if they a proven that they aren't bad people and have been doing good in jail and haven't had anyproblems
@9ZJXL262wks2W
Yes, but only if they've served a reasonable amount time for their crime + if the crime was not super serious.
@9ZJBV552wks2W
If they had done a more harmless crime, than they should be released from jail. If they had committed a crime that put another person in danger, than they should not.
@9GZ8BL31yr1Y
Yes, but only if they complete proper psychological evaluation and are proven to not be a danger to society.
@9FDVB661yr1Y
Yes, but must attend community service, or attend class for skill building, and must wear a monitor at all times
@9FB68RG1yr1Y
No, we should institute corporal punishment and/or work camps for offenders.
@9F5KMPV1yr1Y
Yes. And help them transition to life outside of prison with rehabilitation programs and volunteer work
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