Here's Why The Texas Prison Population Is Shrinking

San Angelo, El Paso Times
Fri, 02/21/2020 - 10:15am

Crime rates have decreased in Texas, and prison reform advocates say prisoners are being approved for parole at a higher rate this year.

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