Deschutes County District Attorney John Hummel is rolling out a pilot program to address a trend that’s been observed since criminology emerged as a field during the 1800s—that young people are much more likely to commit crimes than older people. Criminal acts become more common starting around age 10 and less common after 25, according to Penn […]
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Added Support for Disadvantaged Kids
COPY program marks 14 years helping Deschutes County youth
Incarceration can affect so many more people than just the person serving time. One Deschutes County program is meant to help the children. The Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth program is managed through the Deschutes County Sheriff‘s Office. The program made their very first mentor match back in 2004, and they’re always looking for new […]
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Letters to the Editor
Jail better than homeless shelter, latest student slaughter, Texas
Jail Better Than Shelter 10 Reasons why the Deschutes County Jail is a better place to stay than the Bethlehem Inn: Better food Shows residents more respect Fewer ridiculous and unnecessary rules Nicer staff Can sleep in No (name omitted) No illusion of freedom Does not deny you prescribed medicine Screens occupants for relevant crimes […]