Georgia Considers Policy Change For Non-Violent Offenders

ATLANTA — Georgia could soon be following in the footsteps of other states in regards to prison realignment plans. The shift from “tough on crime” to “smart on crime” is becoming widely popular in states to save money and possibly reduce recidivism.

Georgia is currently investigating a plan that would result in sending fewer people to jail for property and drug crimes and boost alternative punishments.

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