Public Safety Realignment

Public Safety Realignment refers to a series of policy changes aimed at reshaping how states manage their prison populations and community supervision. It emerged in response to overcrowding and budget constraints, often directing lower-level offenders to serve time in local jails instead of state prisons. Additionally, it emphasizes rehabilitation over incarceration, shifting responsibilities for managing parolees and probationers to local agencies. The goal is to enhance public safety, reduce recidivism, and improve reintegration of offenders into society, all while alleviating the strain on state prison systems.