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| 91 mentally ill inmates released per month in SC. |
| By 943wsc.com- Matt Bise |
| Published: 03/04/2014 |
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Numbers from the Department of Corrections show that in 2013 there were 91 inmates released every month from state prisons. The question now is what type of medical treatment did they receive inside and who is making sure they are treated once they have served their time. A class action lawsuit alleging improper use of solitary confinement and a lack of treatment for inmates who are mentally ill was first filed against SCDC back in 2005. In January of 2014 there was finally a ruling. Officials at the Department of Corrections say they are taking steps for better care like training of staff and changes in disciplinary actions regarding the mentally ill-- as well as contacting mental health providers on the outside to continue treatment after release- something that may be needed considering the return rate. Read More. |
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