Correction: Martin Prison, in Florida, is one of five across the state to open up special dorms for armed forces veterans
Veterans of the U.S. armed forces who end up in prison now have access to special dormitories - prompting accusations they are being given preferential treatment.
The criminal former soldiers can now ask to live together under one roof, where they have access to additional academic and vocational programs.
They can also receive counselling for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Five units have opened up in prisons across Florida - just in time for Veterans Day tomorrow.
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My Comment: So they get a few extra privileges .... but they are still in prison.
Prisons Deny Giving Preferential Treatment To Army Veteran Inmates... Who Can Ask To Be Housed In Separate Dorms -- Daily Mail
Veterans of the U.S. armed forces who end up in prison now have access to special dormitories - prompting accusations they are being given preferential treatment.
The criminal former soldiers can now ask to live together under one roof, where they have access to additional academic and vocational programs.
They can also receive counselling for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Five units have opened up in prisons across Florida - just in time for Veterans Day tomorrow.
Read more ....
My Comment: So they get a few extra privileges .... but they are still in prison.