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| Wisconsin Lawmakers Will Look Into Alternatives To Prison This Summer |
| By wuwm.com- Marti Mikkelson |
| Published: 06/11/2014 |
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Wisconsin’s prison population has swelled over the past four decades from 3,000 to well over 20,000. The state also now has the highest rate of black male incarceration in the country. Wisconsin was among the states that had adopted a ‘get tough on crime’ policy, particularly for drug offenses. But in recent times, Wisconsin has been looking at ways to reduce its non-violent prison population. A legislative committee will meet this summer, to consider easing certain sentences. Lawmakers from both parties will serve on the committee. Read More. |
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