The Michigan prison population has quadrupled in the last quarter-century, costing the state billions. And about half the prisoners who are eventually released wind up back in jail within two years. But a pilot program called the Michigan Prisoner Re-Entry Initiative shows signs of drastically cutting down the recidivism rate. It helps prepare prisoners for their release by helping them find jobs, housing, and counseling for mental or substance problems. Michigan Radio’s Jack Lessenberry spoke with Michigan Department of Corrections spokesman Russ Marlan.
Rus Marlan saved my life many years ago I was heading back to prison on crack and homeless.He gave me a chance to get my life back together send me to treatment which i was aganist but it was the key to solving my problem.13 years later Im a good father and husband I make 50thandsand a year got a home and 12 years clean. thank u Russ
Posted by: GMiller | May 08, 2007 at 09:45 PM