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From Crisis to Reform: Investigating the Conditions and Challenges Within the Worst County Jails in America

"The American carceral system is often viewed through the lens of federal and state prisons, yet some of the most pressing human rights and safety concerns exist much closer to home. Local detention centers, specifically those ranked among the worst county jails in America, have become the epicenter of a national conversation regarding criminal justice reform, infrastructure decay, and the protection of basic constitutional rights.Unlike prisons, which house individuals convicted of crimes, county jails primarily hold those awaiting trial or serving short-term sentences. This distinction is critical because many individuals in the most trouble..."

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