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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)




Offender Programs Report

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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.

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