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First days and weeks after prison release are crucial

Posted August 3rd, 2007 by Tara Murray in Crime, Law, and Justice

The first days and weeks after prison release are crucial for the prevention of recidivism and authorities should intensify services for prisoners immediately before and after release, according to a new report from the National Research Council (Parole, Desistance from Crime, and Community Integration).

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