CT has charged as much as $347 per day for prison stays. It can mean having to sell your dead mom’s house. | Hartford Courant
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Connecticut's prison system can charge up to $347 per day for stays, leading individuals like Tracy DeSenti to face significant financial burdens post-incarceration. The state has collected millions through a controversial 'pay to stay' law, prompting discussions about the fairness and impact of such practices on former prisoners.
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This news article presents a detailed investigation into Connecticut's prison debt collection system, maintaining a largely objective tone while offering numerous case studies that support the claims made.
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