Winnebago County District Attorney Christian Gossett joined Josh on Fresh Take to discuss his proposal for “justice support services” that help divert prisoners from the county jail and provide alternative treatments to address root causes of criminal activity. Studies have shown these programs reduce the cost of incarceration, reduce recidivism, and improve long-term outcomes, he said. He also explained the power of “prosecutorial discretion” and how public opinion influences the work of their office.
Improving Criminal Justice Outcomes
Jan 2, 2020 | 4:29 PM
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