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The high incarceration rates in the US can be attributed to various factors, including mandatory sentencing laws, the war on drugs, a focus on punishment over rehabilitation, systemic inequalities in the criminal justice system, and disparities in sentencing for marginalized communities. Additionally, privatization of prisons has created a profit incentive for incarceration.
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Which country comes close to the US in terms of the percentage of its citizens who are behind bars?
The United States has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world. However, countries like El Salvador, Turkmenistan, and Thailand also have high rates of imprisonment relative to their population size.
What US city has the most DUI arrests?
According to data from the FBI, San Diego, California, has one of the highest rates of DUI arrests in the United States. Other cities with high rates include Los Angeles, California, and Austin, Texas.
How many times has Oakland been murder capital of US?
Oakland, California has never been officially designated as the murder capital of the US. While the city has experienced high rates of violent crime in the past, it has not held the title of murder capital.
Do countries with gun restrications have lower crime rates?
Here in the UK I would like to think that we do compared with t he US but, I'm not sure if it works quite like that in every country, I think we see it here as if Police and everyone else carry guns then what will the criminals carry "bombs" or Stunguns or worse????
What contemporary problems exist within the US corrections system?
The US correctional system has some very serious problems at the present time. The biggest is overcrowding. There are far more people being incarcertated than the institutions where they are held were desgined for. Not only does this make things difficult for the prisoners, and for the guards and administrators, but it is also very expensive for taxpayers. The correctional system is among the serious expenses that has made is so difficult for government to pay their bills. Prisons are also notoriously troubled by gangs, drug addiction, violence, and crime of every sort. It appears that the most lawless place in America is the correctional system, which is pretty ironic.
Which country comes close to the US in terms of the percentage of its citizens who are behind bars?
The United States has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world. However, countries like El Salvador, Turkmenistan, and Thailand also have high rates of imprisonment relative to their population size.
Which US state is the toughest on crime?
It is difficult to determine which US state is toughest on crime as criminal justice policies and procedures vary widely from state to state. States like Texas and Florida are known for their tough stance on crime, with strict sentencing guidelines and high incarceration rates. However, other states may focus more on rehabilitation and alternatives to incarceration.
Are there more prisoners in the US than lawyers?
Yes, there are more prisoners in the US than lawyers. According to statistics, the US has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world. While the exact number of lawyers in the US is not readily available, it is estimated to be over a million.
What factors contribute to the high crime rates in the US?
.... as compared to where else?
How did US manufacturers become vulnerable to offshore outsourcing. Give examples to support your answers?
US manufacturers became vulnerable to offshore outsourcing as a result of many various laws enacted by the US itself. Tax laws are not favorable for companies. Labor rates in the US are also very high compared to labor rates in the rest of the world. Due to the high tax rates and high labor rates it is to most manufacturers' advantage to take advantage of offshore outsourcing.
Has incarceration been a deterrent for criminals in the US?
Un-answerable question.
What is Tennessee's incarceration rank in the us?
june 1796 16th state
Why are there such high rates of low reading in the us?
We are Failing Test scores and the Government are giving us less grants for Books.
What US State has the most felons?
Probably New Jersey. Everything from breathing to dreaming or eating to pissing is a felony in New Jersey.
Were US internment camps forced?
Yes, all internment camps are forced incarceration.
The south is established as a vernacular region of the us by?
the Baptist church, low high school graduation rates, high cotton production and climate
How much alcohol do Americans consume?
Consumption rates in the US are not high compared to countries around the world.
