Alabama Prison Labor Program Faces Legal Challenges

Published On Oct 26, 2024, 5:00 AM

The article discusses a controversial work-release program in Alabama that allows inmates to work for private companies, such as a car-part supplier for Hyundai. While it provides income for the state and some compensation, inmates face daunting conditions and significant deductions from their wages. Lawsuits are raising questions about the constitutionality of this program, as it navigates close to issues of forced labor and involuntary servitude.