Arkansas lawmakers question Sheriff Higgins' decision to allow Netflix's "Unlocked: A Jail Experiment" filming at Pulaski County jail.

Arkansas lawmakers question Sheriff Eric Higgins' decision to allow Netflix documentary series "Unlocked: A Jail Experiment" to be filmed at Pulaski County jail. The show, which premiered in April, features an experiment offering inmates in a chosen unit 24/7 unlocked cell doors and other perks. Critics argue the move exploits inmates, while Higgins defends the decision, stating he ensured a reentry program was in place.

May 14, 2024
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