NJ early prison release law faces scrutiny after murders
By The BriefBrief
A COVID-era NJ early-release law freed 7,000 inmates, and multiple were later charged with murder.
WHO:Rep. Nellie Pou
WHAT:A COVID-era New Jersey prison early-release law championed by Rep. Nellie Pou is facing renewed scrutiny after inmates freed early were later charged with murder.
WHEN:Jul 31, 2026 at 10:19 AM ET
WHERE:New Jersey
WHY:Inmates released early under the law were later charged with murder.
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