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New Program Helps Felons Re-Enter Society

San Diego County is leading the fight against felons who re-offend. On Thursday's Full Focus, we'll talk with District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis on a model program that works with felons so that they ca

The numbers tell the story. Of the almost 200,000 California inmates, at least 95% are eventually released back into our communities. The problem is that too many rotate back behind bars. They commit more crimes or violate their parole. It’s a risky situation for law-abiding Californians.But San Diego County will soon begin a program to discourage the revolving door of recidivism. This under the leadership of San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis who talked with host Gloria Penner about the program. Guest

  • Bonnie Dumanis, San Diego County District Attorney
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