[Winona Online Democracy] Judge Chaleen also states that "nowhere in America is there any evidence that jails rehabilitate chemically dependent offenders". The purpose of the county jail is not to provide treatment options for the chemically dependent offender. It has never been the purpose of the county jail to provide treatment options. The jail is not a medical or a counseling facility. The purpose of the jail is to hold short-term sentenced offenders, new arrests waiting to make an initial appearance, and those that can't make bond or bail. The revolving doors of the county jail could in no way provide the needed treatment options for chemically dependent persons. There just isn't enough time nor resources.
Mr. Nelson: I think that is what is wrong with our whole criminal justice system. No one thinks it is their responsibility to assist in the rehabilitation of the individual...they just do their jobs. Bob Sebo Winona _______________________________________________ This message was posted to Winona Online Democracy All messages must be signed by the senders actual name. No commercial solicitations are allowed on this list. To manage your subscription or view the message archives, please visit http://mapnp.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/winona Any problems or suggestions can be directed to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] If you want help on how to contact elected officials, go to the Contact page at http://www.winonaonlinedemocracy.org
