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Leave No Veteran Behind – The Inquiry into Former Armed Service Personnel in Prison visits the United States of America
Year of publication: 2010Publisher: Howard League for Penal Reform
Summary: The high numbers of veterans appearing in the criminal justice system have been of concern in both the UK and USA. This paper examines the US response, following a visit by the Howard League for Penal Reform’s inquiry into former armed service personnel in prison. Specialist veteran courts operate offering tailored support for veterans to help get their lives back on track. Crucially, ex-service mentors guide veterans through the court process and make sure their housing, mental health, employment and substance misuse issues are dealt with. The first veterans court in Buffalo boasts an impressive 0% recidivism rate.
Link to document: www.howardleague.org/leave-no-veteran-behind/
