Study explores privatization of public systems of justice

(Crime and Justice Research Alliance) A new study sought to determine the points at which individuals who encounter public systems of justice are charged by private entities. The study found that private firms that work with public entities in the justice system charge money for their services at numerous points, that some of the charges are mandated, and that there is little transparency into or oversight over how these public-private partnerships operate.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news