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Law to Reduce Pretrial Jail Population Takes Effect

from West Virginia Public Radio

Law to Reduce Pretrial Jail Population Takes Effect West Virginia Public Radio A West Virginia law outlining a new process for the release of pretrial defendants took effect Friday, June 5, as the state continues coronavirus testing for prisoners and staff in all of the state’s lockups. Supporters say the legislation could help reduce overcrowded jails, where populations are at a higher risk of an exacerbated spread of the virus due to limited room for social distancing. READ MORE

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