The Spokane County Sheriff's Office is trying to reduce overcrowding in the county jail by helping inmates kick their drug habits and finding them new jobs. KXLY4's Jeff Humphrey reports.
Why all these repeat offenders? Maybe we need walk-in prisons ... you know, a place with all the amenities of prison, yet the inhabitants don't need to commit a crime and clog the courts in order to live there. Plus, they can leave anytime they wish.
The state can donate some land, some garden tools and vegetable seeds so they can grow their own food, and building supplies so they can build themselves simple shelters. And the community can donate them some acceptance and career training.
Why all these repeat offenders? Maybe we need walk-in prisons ... you know, a place with all the amenities of prison, yet the inhabitants don't need to commit a crime and clog the courts in order to live there. Plus, they can leave anytime they wish.
The state can donate some land, some garden tools and vegetable seeds so they can grow their own food, and building supplies so they can build themselves simple shelters. And the community can donate them some acceptance and career training.
eastariel 1 month ago