In 400 words

/in /by

  • What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of prison privatization? Explain in your own words.
  • What impact does the privatization of prisons have on providing rehabilitative services that would help prisoners rejoin society productively and curb recidivism? Explain.
  • What impact does contracting with a private firm have on governmental liability for the violation of inmates’ constitutional rights? Explain.
  • Some would argue that for-profit private prisons have no place in a democratic society. Do you agree? Use external research to justify your response.