The Warehousing Era (1980–1995) (jun 16, 1980 – jun 15, 1995)
Description:
The nothing-works philosophy contributed to new sentencing schemes, such as mandatory minimum sentencing provisions and truth-in-sentencing requirements. Together with the growing popularity of “three-strikes-and-you’re-out” laws, these sentencing rules affected prison populations by substantially increasing the average time served by offenders before release.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 16, 1980
jun 15, 1995
~ 15 years