Homeless Release Program Targets High-Risk Population for Jail Release
Author: Megan Corcoran.
Source: Volume 10, Number 03, September/October 2006 , pp.33-35(3)
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Abstract:
Corcoran details a Homeless Release Program in San Francisco County. The program, which provides homeless misdemeanor offenders with resources, such as hotel vouchers and comprehensive case management, has proven to be successful. Corcoran explains the program and the benefits of connecting homeless offenders with social service resources.Keywords: homelessness
Affiliations:
1: Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice.