NCJ Number
109339
Journal
Justice Quarterly Volume: 4 Issue: 3 Dated: (September 1987) Pages: 441-453
Date Published
1987
Length
13 pages
Annotation
In this paper we examine the claim that private industry can provide the flexibility and cost efficiency needed to meet current demands for prison space and improved prison conditions.
Abstract
We show reasons to suspect predictions of increased efficiency and flexibility, and warn of the difficulties in regulating a private industry. We conclude by evaluating the consequences of privatization for future criminal justice policy. (Publisher abstract)