The state finally caved and the Merit Time Bill is officially moving forward. We dragged them into doing the right thing for public safety and rehabilitation against their own stubborn bureaucracy. Keep your eyes open to ensure they actually implement this reform without trying to water it down halfway.
July 1, 2018
Final supporters
Merit time is earned credit afforded to persons currently incarcerated who actively participate in programs that will enhance their ability to be a productive member of society upon their release. An individual can earn up to 60 days per six month evaluation.
Merit time is NOT a get out of jail free card. It is a fair and PROVEN incentive offered for positive programming, good behavior and rehabilitation. It does not circumvent the judicial process and no person is made to by-pass the correctional system.
Its main purpose is to promote public safety, maintain cost effectiveness within the department of correctional services for the State of New York, and encourage good behavior, good habits and a successful transition of re-entry into society.
Public Safety is achieved by encouraging individuals to seek uplifting programs that will enhance their outlook and survivability within the correctional environment and most importantly, within society after release. With exposure to the tools and applications needed to survive, a person will be less likely to transgress again against society.
Updates
April 5, 2018
The state legislature has spent too long ignoring the obvious benefits of this bill while our prisons continue to rot from the inside. This surge of support proves that we are no longer willing to let New York officials hide behind their excuses for inaction.
Reached 100 supporters
April 5, 2018
43 Comments
As part of a civilized society, granted hope to the rehabilitated is important. 100% support!
my son is the correctional facility from year 1996 this present date 2018 without a lifetime sentence
He s a family to raise, give him a second chance, I'm almost certain her won't be a disappointment
The Merit Time Bill is a first step toward rehabilitating our incarcerated family members. Incarceration is a system that is supposed to help rehabilitate incarcerated individuals. The Merit Time Bill will be the foundation that will give our incarcerated loved ones a more positive outlook toward their rehabilitation goals.
Great idea and good incentive to keep people straight while incarcerated and to help them become productive citizens after release.
Please approve this request ASAP.
"Free all my people"
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The state finally caved and the Merit Time Bill is officially moving forward. We dragged them into doing the right thing for public safety and rehabilitation against their own stubborn bureaucracy. Keep your eyes open to ensure they actually implement this reform without trying to water it down halfway.
July 1, 2018
Final supporters
Merit time is earned credit afforded to persons currently incarcerated who actively participate in programs that will enhance their ability to be a productive member of society upon their release. An individual can earn up to 60 days per six month evaluation.
Merit time is NOT a get out of jail free card. It is a fair and PROVEN incentive offered for positive programming, good behavior and rehabilitation. It does not circumvent the judicial process and no person is made to by-pass the correctional system.
Its main purpose is to promote public safety, maintain cost effectiveness within the department of correctional services for the State of New York, and encourage good behavior, good habits and a successful transition of re-entry into society.
Public Safety is achieved by encouraging individuals to seek uplifting programs that will enhance their outlook and survivability within the correctional environment and most importantly, within society after release. With exposure to the tools and applications needed to survive, a person will be less likely to transgress again against society.
Updates
April 5, 2018
The state legislature has spent too long ignoring the obvious benefits of this bill while our prisons continue to rot from the inside. This surge of support proves that we are no longer willing to let New York officials hide behind their excuses for inaction.
Reached 100 supporters
April 5, 2018
43 Comments
estoy de acuerdo con esta peticion, porque hasi el preso tiene la disponibilidad de reintegrarse ala sociedad..
As part of a civilized society, granted hope to the rehabilitated is important. 100% support!
my son is the correctional facility from year 1996 this present date 2018 without a lifetime sentence
He s a family to raise, give him a second chance, I'm almost certain her won't be a disappointment
The Merit Time Bill is a first step toward rehabilitating our incarcerated family members. Incarceration is a system that is supposed to help rehabilitate incarcerated individuals. The Merit Time Bill will be the foundation that will give our incarcerated loved ones a more positive outlook toward their rehabilitation goals.
Great idea and good incentive to keep people straight while incarcerated and to help them become productive citizens after release.
Please approve this request ASAP.
"Free all my people"
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estoy de acuerdo con esta peticion, porque hasi el preso tiene la disponibilidad de reintegrarse ala sociedad..