Need for Reform: The Prison System and Deaf Inmates

Authors

Catherine Pellini, College of the Holy CrossFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-13-2022

First Advisor

Virginia M. Ryan

Abstract

Anecdotal and empirical evidence reveal a severe lack of awareness, education and accessibility in the criminal justtice system for those who are deaf. These issues are most obvious and detrimental in the prison system and have serious ethical implications that need to be addressed.

Recommended Citation

Pellini, Catherine, "Need for Reform: The Prison System and Deaf Inmates" (2022). Montserrat Annual Writing Prize. 9.
https://crossworks.holycross.edu/mont_prize/9