The Function of Local Jails

The American prison system can sometimes be a bit difficult to understand. You have to know the judicial process, the difference between detention centers, federal, and private prisons, and all the different rules and regulations that vary with every facility. Sometimes it’s much easier to look at one thing at a time. Jails, while perhaps not given the same attention or emphasis as actual prisons, serve an important purpose. If you or a loved one are ever arrested, it’s very helpful to know how these facilities generally work ahead of time and how they differ from prisons. The Basics Local

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