Georgia jail opens unit dedicated only for military veterans
By: The Associated Press   19 hours ago
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — One of Georgia’s largest counties has created a special jail unit just for military veterans.
“The Barracks†is aimed at giving veterans behind bars a better chance of success when they’re released, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported.
Gwinnett County’s program joins a broader trend of finding creative ways to help veterans caught up in the justice system.
Through the Incarcerated Veterans Program, veterans can connect with local VA centers to get help applying for the disability benefits for which they are entitled.
By: Joshua Axelrod
https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2019/12/01/georgia-jail-opens-unit-dedicated-only-for-military-veterans/
