January 19, 2010
A recent report reveals that the abuse of youth inmates in Texas remains a problem.
Dallas (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent report reveals that a significant number of inmates in the facilities of the Texas Youth Commission report being sexually abused. As reported by NBC DFW News, a Bureau of Justice survey revealed high rates of sexual […]
August 22, 2009
The state Senate approves a plan to release thousands of inmates to cut spending costs.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – California lawmakers recently approved a plan that will facilitate the release of thousands of inmates in the state’s prisons. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the state Senate approved a proposal Thursday, […]
March 20, 2009
A young male has reportedly committed suicide at the state run TYC.
Wired PR News – A young male sentenced to time in a Texas Youth Commission (TYC) facility has committed suicide. As reported by the Dallas Morning News, the person, whose name or age has not been identified, was said to have taken his own […]
February 8, 2009
Judge exonerates wrongfully convicted man who died in prison.
Wired PR News.com — An Austin, Texas Judge has decided to clear a man wrongfully convicted of rape, who died in prison approximately 10 years ago, as reported by the Associated Press.
As noted in the report, Timothy Cole was arrested and convicted of raping a Texas Tech […]
December 2, 2008
The California prison system is now under scrutiny by federal courts who have recently deemed certain aspects are a danger to the lives of inmates. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the current issue with overcrowding has created unconstitutional circumstances for prisoners, and the situation may possibly result in an early release for many […]
