L.A. Sheriffs Offer Tattoo Removal to Inmates Who Want to Change Their Lives
Tattoos are now removable through laser treatments–and the L.A. Sheriff's Department owns several machines to help inmates change their lives.
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Tim Robbins Has Prison Drama Class That Cuts Recidivism in Half
"Shawshank Redemption" star Tim Robbins has an acting class that's cutting repeat offender rates in half for inmates at real-life California prisons.
Transcendental Meditation Reduces Trauma
This study shows that female inmates who meditate twice a day have less trauma symptoms and are less likely to recidivate.
Why This Prison Created Father-Daughter Dances for Inmates
Inspired to turn their lives around, these dads attended parenting classes to attend a fancy father-daughter dance.
Inmates Reduce Sentence by Growing Thriving Gardens for Charity
With all their produce going to charities helping the poor, these Brazilian inmates have created a great green garden of life to benefit their community.
Inmates Break Out Of Jail To Save Life Of Officer Guarding Them (WATCH)
When their guard suffered a heart attack, these inmates risked their lives to save his by breaking out of their holding cell.
Wrongfully Convicted Man Holds No Grudge After Spending 24 Years in Prison: "I feel wonderful"
This 42-year-old man was able to use a cell phone for the first time after he spent the last 24 years behind bars following a wrongful conviction.
Jail Inmates Rush to Save Fallen Officer, Rather Than Escaping
These six convicts didn't care that they could have made a break for it after their correctional officer passed out – they only cared about saving his life.
Fierce Competition to Be the Kindest Inmate Inside a Women's Prison
Though constrained by the walls of the prison, these women still have a choice as to how they want to show up in the world.
More Dutch Prisons to Close Due to Staggeringly Low Crime Rates
Five more Dutch prisons are due to close by the end of summer because of the further decreasing rates of crime within the country.
House Votes to End Jail Time for Those Too Poor to Pay Fines in Texas
Texas courts may soon be allowed to pursue community-driven solutions to unpaid traffic tickets, rather than forced to require jail time.
Alabama's Republican Governor Just Helped Thousands of Felons Get Their Voting Rights Back
This new piece of legislation ensures that thousands of formerly-convicted Alabama residents will be able to partake in the political process.
America's Incarceration Rate is at a Two-Decade Low
Despite what others may have you think, America's incarceration rate has steadily been declining – and there are less people in prisons, too.
After Securing Release of 2 Men From Decades in Prison, Woman Ensures That No One Will Suffer Same Fate
Thanks to the determination of a New Orleans judicial advocate, thousands of juveniles have been freed from potentially spending a life behind bars.
Man Accepts First-of-its-kind Plea Deal That Promotes Healing After Accidental Shooting
Instead of allowing a court case to fester with negativity, James Scott Berish and the Medina family chose restorative justice and forgiveness.
Watch Exonerated Man Reunite With Puppy He Had Raised in Prison
Malcolm Alexander spent 38 long years behind bars for a crime that he did not commit – but when he was finally proven innocent, he was set free alongside the dog who helped keep him sane.
Beauty Therapy Course Gives Prison Inmates Skills to Make Up a Beautiful Life
The therapy doesn't just offer hope for better prospects on the outside – it also offers self-esteem and motivation for better behavior.
New York is On the Right Path: Number of People in Jail Falls to Lowest Since 1982
The continuously declining rates of New York City crime has resulted in the lowest amount of prisoners being held behind bars in 35 years.
Inmates Write Heartfelt Letter to Police Department Offering Condolences for Slain Officer
The police station has received an overwhelming amount of support since the officer's death, but they were especially touched by this emotional letter.
Artists Invite Refugees to Transform Their Prison Shelter into Bright Community of Color
Refugees were happy to just have shelter in former Dutch prisons, but the famous Favela Painters offered them a chance to liven up the dreary exterior.
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