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Holder Announces New Standards For Halfway Houses
Holder Announces New Standards For Halfway Houses
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Eric Holder is announcing new requirements for halfway houses serving federal criminals preparing for release from custody.
In a video message posted Monday on the Justice Department's website, Holder said halfway houses will have to provide standardized treatment for inmates with mental health and substance problems.
They'll also be required to permit cell phone use among inmates, provide transportation so felons can pursue job opportunities and expand access to electronic monitoring equipment.
The changes are intended to cut recidivism rates and help inmates transition back into society.
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Full post here: http://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/holder-announces-new-requirements-for-halfway-houses
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Eric Holder is announcing new requirements for halfway houses serving federal criminals preparing for release from custody.
In a video message posted Monday on the Justice Department's website, Holder said halfway houses will have to provide standardized treatment for inmates with mental health and substance problems.
They'll also be required to permit cell phone use among inmates, provide transportation so felons can pursue job opportunities and expand access to electronic monitoring equipment.
The changes are intended to cut recidivism rates and help inmates transition back into society.
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Full post here: http://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/holder-announces-new-requirements-for-halfway-houses
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