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Lowering prison populations and repositioning offenders for successful reintegration into society are among the key objectives of the Probation of Offenders (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Proponents argue that fewer inmates behind bars could ease overcrowding, lower costs within the prison system, and allow greater focus on rehabilitation and public safety.
Former Prisons Inspector and Attorney Daniel Khan says the legislation is intended to transform punishment into opportunity by embedding rehabilitation into incarceration, helping offenders achieve productive outcomes while delivering tangible benefits to society.
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