The County Jail: Introduction to Crime

Year Published: 1959

Creator: WNET/13

Format: 16mm

Description: Explores the history, role, and current status of county jails. Discusses the county jail population. Explains how minor offenders are influenced through the criminal education process occurring in jails. Describes the effect of this process on the community-at-large and indicates needed improvements. Presents a filmed interview with an inmate who relates his experiences in county jails. (WTTW) Kinescope and film.

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