Overcrowding Issue
February 22, 2008
Opinion: “Governor’s parole plan threatens public safety”
What will summary parole mean for California?
More than 18,500 convicted felons currently out on parole would be allowed to go free without any tracking or supervision by law enforcement. We won't have any idea whether they are making progress to become productive members of the community or even adhering to the terms of their parole, including staying away from drugs or alcohol and maintaining a job.
Right now, our community has some peace of mind that parolees will follow the terms of their parole because they are under the watchful eye of law enforcement. That will all go away under summary parole…
LINK - DailyDemocrat.com
February 1, 2008
Assm Republicans send letter to Gov opposing early release, summary parole
"We are writing to express our concern about your administration's statement in the LA Times article on January 19th entitled "Settlement of lawsuits could let the governor limit the Legislature's influence on solution to overcrowding issue," that you are considering settling with the plaintiffs who have demanded the early release of up to 35,000 prisoners. We want to make sure you and your negotiating team understands that the Assembly Republican caucus will not support any settlement which results in the release of prisoners before they have completed their sentence or any sentencing changes which undermine the integrity of our criminal justice system…"
LINK .pdf document - SacBee.com
December 19, 2007
Summary Parole Chosen Over Early Prison Release
San Bernardino County District Attorney Michael A. Ramos joined others in the law enforcement community to argue against early discharges at a meeting Tuesday with representatives from the Governor's Office and corrections officials in Sacramento. "I've been fighting this issue for two years," Ramos said during a telephone interview Wednesday…
LINK - SBSun.com
