Prison Privatization
/ˈprɪzən ˌpraɪvətaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The practice of transferring the management and operation of prisons from public to private entities under government contract.
Prison privatization raises debates about accountability and cost-effectiveness in corrections.
Forms
- prison privatization
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Commentary
Prison privatization involves complex legal considerations regarding contractual obligations, regulatory oversight, and prisoners' rights under private management.
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