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some in florida would like to see non-violent inmates freed to save you money. a group called florida tax watch says overcrowding is an issue that's only putting a strain on state and local governments. Video by fox4now.com
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A group called Florida Tax Watch says overcrowding is an issue that's only putting a strain on state and local governments. The group is suggesting a few alternatives. Video by fox4now.com
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WFTX - Some in Florida would like to see non-violent inmates freed In order to save your tax dollars.
A group called Florida Tax Watch says overcrowding is an issue that's only putting a strain on state and local governments.
The group is suggesting a few alternatives:
- Using electronic monitoring as an alternative to prison
- Authorizing parole for certain inmates who were juveniles when sentenced and are older now.
- Reclassifying low level drug possession as a misdemeanor., which could reduce or even eliminate prison time in some cases.
Under current Florida law, inmates that are not convicted murderers or rapists, must serve at least 85% of their sentence in order to be eligible for parole.
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