Conflicting perceptions : society v. prisoners : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

In response to the current overcrowding prison situation, many Americans are demanding a more cost-effective method of punishing offenders or even rehabilitating these individuals to prevent recidivism. Throughout history, there have been numerous ideas and programs that have been implemented to solve this problem, yet they have all proven to be ineffective. Thus, I chose to write prisoners and receive firsthand feedback as to the conditions of the prisons and any suggestions which would make prisons more effective. I wrote a wide variety of individuals who have personally experienced the practices of the criminal justice system. I also read prison literature from which I gained a better perspective as to how the entire system works. Thus, I report my findings and offer different viewpoints to address the discouraging situation of prisons.Honors CollegeThesis (B.?.