Pitfalls and Promises

The Real Risks to Residents and Taxpayers of Privatizing Prisons and Prison Services in Michigan
Publication Date: 
2/15/2012

Author Information

Michigan Corrections Organization

This report recommends that Michigan lawmakers investigate the failed promises of prison privatization in Michigan and other states before rushing to pass proposals under consideration. The report cautions against prison privatization due to a lack of cost savings and contractors' troubled record.

Document file: 
application/pdf iconMCO-Private-Prison-Report.pdf
Direct Link: 
http://www.mco-seiu.org/files/2012/02/MCO-Private-Prison-Report-v8.pdf