Monday, August 22, 2016

Prison Visitation Linked to Lower Recidivism, Study Shows

Inmates who received prison visitation were less likely to re-offend after release when compared to offenders who did not receive visits, according to a meta-analysis study by researchers at Sam Houston State University.

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Immigration Status May Act as Protective Factor in Sentencing

Photo of Justin AmundsonOffenders with federal immigration detainers received significantly shorter sentences in state courts than those that did not face deportation, except in cases involving life or death sentences, researchers found.