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Should Social Media Be Banned in Prison?

Issues surrounding the use of social media in U.S. prisons are discussed, including security, rehabilitation, and whether the use of social media and the internet are protected by the First Amendment.

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Accession Number
032828
Publication Year
2017
Length
8 pages
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