3/x You're right about incarceration being prohibitively expensive and overused as a solution. But we live by a social contract to respect property and treat neighbors with consideration. There are rules and there has to be consequences enough to deter breaking them.
@SF_Shoobie ,
While I recognize not a situation you want, if you were, as @chesaboudin is currently, tasked with releasing another 235/835 prisoners or 28% how would you prioritize that release?
-
-
I would create a baseline as to what would make an inmate a safe bet to release into society - then review the cases that aligned with this baseline. I wouldn't get caught up hitting the number "235", but rather review only those cases deemed safe to get as close as possible.
-
A one-time violent offender who has spent decades in prison may meet the bar. If they can express regret and want to contribute to the community and participate in society I would welcome them back as a hard worker and human being.
End of conversation
New conversation -
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.