The Punitive Era (jan 1, 1935 – jan 1, 1945)

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Philosophy: "Out of sight, out of mind" characterized American attitudes towards inmates. The belief was that prisoners owed a debt to society that only a rigorous period of confinement could repay.

Other Info: There was a large lack of innovation during this period.

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CJC-111 Chapter 13 Timeline

ByDylan Eller

26 Oct 2022

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Date:

jan 1, 1935

jan 1, 1945

~ 10 years