New York bans the use of the word 'prisoner'

New York law books will no longer use the word "prisoner" to describe people in prison. This directive was signed on August 8 by State Governor Kathy Hokul, reports Spectrum News.

The use of the word "prisoner" (inmate) has been criticized by lawyers. They pushed for change in New York City's criminal justice system, arguing that the term dehumanizes people. Laws in New York will now refer to people in prison as "incarcerated individuals".

This is also due to the fact that in New York the number of inmates in state prisons has fallen sharply, and many institutions in the state penitentiary system have closed.

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The agreement was signed in connection with the new bill. It allows people on parole to attend mandatory community supervision programs with extended schedules. They are aimed at helping people keep a job or continue their education.

“In New York, we do everything so that justice and security can go hand in hand,” Hokul assured. “You can make the streets safer by giving people the opportunity to complete their rehabilitation program and work at the same time. By treating all New Yorkers with dignity and respect, we can improve public safety while also guaranteeing New Yorkers the right to a second chance.”