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5. Sentencing & Sanctions,
Oregon study finds longer prison stays don’t reduce recidivism for non-violent offenders. Shorter terms may cut costs without harming public safety.
Oregon’s JRI program cut prison sentences by 52% without worsening racial disparities. Study supports risk tools and pretrial reforms to boost equity.
The study examines the relationship between the length of stay (LOS) in prison and the likelihood of recidivism among non-violent offenders in...