Prison overcrowding is a social phenomenon occurring when the demand for space in prisons in a jurisdiction exceeds the capacity for prisoners.The issues associated with prison overcrowding are not new, and have been brewing for many years. During the United States’ War on Drugs, the states were left responsible for solving the prison overcrowding issue with a limited amount of money. Moreover, federal prison populations may increase if states adhere to federal policies, such as mandatory minimum sentences. On the other hand, the Justice Department provides billions of dollars a year…
Read more19% Yes |
81% No |
10% Yes |
77% No |
5% Yes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
2% No, we should build more prisons |
4% Yes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
2% No, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
See how support for each position on “Prison Overcrowding” has changed over time for 39k Netherlands voters.
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See how importance of “Prison Overcrowding” has changed over time for 39k Netherlands voters.
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Unique answers from Netherlands users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9FC36VZ7mos7MO
No, we have no overcrowding.
@98PSCSH1yr1Y
if its a pedophile of some sort they should die other than that non violent mfs should be chilling
@9698M3G2yrs2Y
No, but the definition of non-violent is unclear. A stalker is dangerous but is non-violent.
@95M8RKR2yrs2Y
Depends on what they are sentenced for, even if non violent. E.g. Crimes including children.
@94ZFLRW2yrs2Y
for personal drug consumption offenses, prisoners should be released and followed-up in personalized programs
@8RR9GMQ3yrs3Y
Yes, depending on crime. Rapists, and sexual offenders should not be released, or others that pose physical harm to society.
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