Weigh the Pros and Cons of Decarceration

question 15

Essay

Weigh the pros and cons of decarceration. Speculate on its effect on the future of U.S. corrections.

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Definitions:

Social Security Benefits

Payments made from a government program aimed at providing financial support to people who are retired, disabled, or survivors.

Education

The systematic process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits through various forms of study or training.

Regressive Nature

Describes policies or taxes that disproportionately affect lower-income individuals compared to higher-income ones.

Life Expectancy

The average period that a person may expect to live, based on statistical averages for a particular population.