How have California policy makers tried to reduce overcrowding in state prisons?

What will be an ideal response?


Through a new policy referred to as "realignment" (AB 109, the "Public Safety Realignment" law), nonviolent, nonsexual offenders are being transferred to county jails. Other solutions include sending convicted criminals to prisons in other states and releasing certain inmates early.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The Reconstruction era administration of Governor E. J. Davis was praised by most Texans for its sound management of state finances

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of these following countries could be labeled a "fake democracy"?

a. Brazil b. Germany c. Iran d. Russia

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How old must someone be before attaining the office of president of the United States?

a. 25 years b. 30 years c. 35 years d. 40 years

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