The ever-changing local jail: the challenges of tomorrow.

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Jail administrators have the unenviable task of planning on how jails can adapt to the changing criminal justice system, the diversity of prisoners and the increasing number of inmates. They must also consider the special requirements of juvenile offenders who need to be given the opportunity to continue their studies. Accreditation of jails by the American Correctional Assn. can be of great help to administrators because it certifies that a jail is compliant with national standards.

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The ever-changing local jail: the challenges of tomorrow.

These are difficult times for jail administrators hoping to plan for the future. The goals and missions of local jails have changed drastically in the past 20 years. Outside influ...

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