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Reentry Roadblocks in South Dakota | Sioux City News
Half of South Dakota’s released inmates are still in the community after three years — most returning for violations, not new crimes. The real problem? A lack of support systems. Job training exists, but employers often avoid hiring people with criminal records — even when irrelevant. Legal protections and privacy reforms could help. Housing is another massive barrier, especially in rural and tribal areas, demanding better statewide planning. Meanwhile, substance abuse and mental health care gaps persist, with limited community-based treatment. And transportation? It’s a daily hurdle to jobs…
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