Thoughts and News on Criminal Justice and Correctional Policy in California
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Devastating Overcrowding at Chowchilla Women's Prison
Litigation about overcrowding has focused on men's institutions. But what about women's prisons? Watch this video for some personal testimonies about heartbreaking tragedies caused by the lack of ability to attend to people medically at Chowchilla Women's Prison.
Without question, the prison system is broken. These stories are heartbreaking. Even if an individual is serving their debt to society, they still have a right to adequate medical treatment.
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Without question, the prison system is broken. These stories are heartbreaking. Even if an individual is serving their debt to society, they still have a right to adequate medical treatment.
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