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Florida State Prison Demographics: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Sunshine State’s Inmate Population

"The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) operates the third-largest state prison system in the United States, trailing only California and Texas. With a massive infrastructure comprising over 140 facilities, including major institutions, annexes, and work camps, understanding the Florida state prison demographics requires a deep dive into the socio-economic, racial, and age-related data that define this population. For researchers, policymakers, and the public, these statistics offer a window into the state's judicial outcomes and the long-term effects of Florida’s "Truth in Sentencing" laws, which mandate that inmates serve at least 85% o..."

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