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A Simple Solution to the MDOC’S Staff Shortage

March 5, 2022

Published under: Latest Press, Volunteer Updates

By Jerry Metcalf Today I read an article in the Detroit Free Press written by Annabel Aguir of the Lansing State Journal, titled: Prisons in Crisis Amid Staffing Shortages. Ms. Aguir reports that the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) currently has 770 prison guard openings,…
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JPAY Update Feb 2022

February 21, 2022

Published under: Latest Press, Uncategorized, Volunteer Updates

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Mental Health & Drug Courts

January 15, 2022

Published under: Article Reviews

Senator Irwin Update – 12/6/20

December 6, 2020

Published under: Latest Press, Legislative Updates

Senator Irwin Update We are excited to announce that last week (Thursday, Dec. 3rd) Senator Jeff Irwin released a package of four bills; SB1240, SB1241, SB1242 and SB1243. These four bills relate to Criminal Justice Reform including restoring Good Time Credits and would help bring…
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