D.C. Might Start Paying Criminals To Reduce Crime

  • 8 years ago
A major U.S. city could be on the verge of paying its criminals as a way to deter crime. The D.C. Council has unanimously passed a bill that would offer a stipend to mostly younger residents who have or are likely to be involved in firearms or other violent offenses.


A major U.S. city could be on the verge of paying its criminals as a way to deter crime.
The D.C. Council has unanimously passed a bill that would offer a stipend to mostly younger residents who have or are likely to be involved in firearms or other violent offenses.
Participants would receive the money in exchange for attending designated classes and training programs and for staying out of trouble.
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