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A reporter’s perspective on realignment and probation reform policy in California. Provides insight of A.B. 109’s effects on county jails and emphasizes importance of post-release rehabilitation in reducing recidivism. Uses realignment plan statistics from Riverside, San Bernardino, and several other counties to highlight funding strategies with a focus on probation and rehabilitation. Article makes claim that proper funding for reentry programs is a solution for realignment to be successful.

Kathleen Nye Flynn is a reporter for the Los Angeles Downtown News with a degree in Political Science and Print Journalism.

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