Scotland considers early release of long-term prisoners to address jail overcrowding.
Scotland's government may soon decide to release hundreds of long-term prisoners early to combat jail overcrowding. The proposal allows for the release of inmates after serving two-thirds of their sentence, excluding those sentenced to life. This comes as the prison population nears record levels, despite recent releases of around 500 short-term inmates. A final decision from the government is expected later today, potentially impacting individuals convicted of serious crimes.
October 10, 2024
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