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Prision Terms

As we look at the proposal that involves doubling the maximum prison sentence for armed robbery, we must first ask ourselves if this bill would have any effect on the offenders. Over the course of the next few weeks, I will provide you with the research and knowledge on this subject so you can vote on the proposed bill with the utmost confidence that you understand if this type of punishment would work. I will also write the results of my recommendations for this bill and my reasoning behind those recommendations. You can then take into account my recommendations before you place your vote on the bill and vote with confidence no matter which way you vote.
First, I would like provide you with history of repeat offenders. With the ‘three strike and your out" legislation the United States is locking individuals up at a rapid pace. With 1.75 million people currently in prison, we have increased our inmate population by a million people in the last four years (Three Strikes Rule,......


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