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Lockdown while locked up

Today, Explained

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Incarceration and COVID-19: A Pandemic Perspective

This chapter presents an inmate's insights into the unique challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic while in prison, highlighting systemic issues aggravated by overcrowding and inadequate health measures. It sheds light on the urgent need for reform within the criminal justice system, particularly regarding the disproportionate impact of the pandemic on marginalized communities.

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