BUT WHO OVERSEES THE OVERSEERS?: THE STATUS OF PRISON AND JAIL OVERSIGHT IN THE UNITED STATES.

The article examines the current state of independent correctional, jail and prison oversight in the U.S. as of July 2020. Other topics include the aim of oversight to improve transparency and accountability within said facilities, the proposed criminal justice reforms to address the high incarceration rates in the country, and the de-incarceration programs like community services and productive citizenship.