This work examines whether an increase in community or evidence-based mental health services for persons with a history of both mental illness and criminal justice system involvement would reduce the incarceration rate of this population. If such a co . . .

The purpose of this project was to provide members of the California Senior Legislature information relevant to end-of-life services in correctional institutions. This information will be used to shape policies that ensure correctional end-of-life car . . .

In October 2011, California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Assembly Bill 109. The law mandates that individuals sentenced to non-serious, non-violent or non-sex offenses serve their sentences in county jails instead of state prison. Since its im . . .

In October 2011, California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Assembly Bill 109. The law mandates that individuals sentenced to non-serious, non-violent or non-sex offenses serve their sentences in county jails instead of state prison. Since its im . . .

The primary purpose of this study is to focus upon the inmate's view of his particular situation. Hopefully this thesis will provide a greater degree of insight into the following questions pertaining to the convict. What does rehabilitation mean . . .