October 15, 2010
Crime Victims United of CA sues Gov to block early inmate releases
Representatives from a crime victims advocacy group argued in court Friday that a new law allowing the release of some prison inmates before they complete their original sentences violates victims’ constitutional rights.
Lawyers for Crime Victims United of California asked a judge to impose a preliminary injunction barring the state from continuing an “early release program,” which the group claims puts dangerous criminals back on the streets.
But state officials maintain that the law, which went into effect Jan. 25, targets only those inmates convicted of nonviolent offenses who complete specific programs. Criminals such as sex offenders and gang members would not be eligible...
LINK - SignonSanDiego.com (San Diego Union-Tribune)
