Last Friday, the state’s highest court ruled that some pre-trial detainees not charged with violent crimes can be released from jail. The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts, as well as two defense lawyer associations, filed a petition to release even more prisoners due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni joined seven state prosecutors arguing against the broad release of prisoners. They object because of what they deem to be a public safety risk, in addition to a lack of services to support people re-entering the community. DA Gulluni spoke with Carolee McGrath to offer his perspective on releasing prisoners to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Hampden DA Gulluni on Releasing Prisoners Due to COVID-19
by NEPM | Apr 8, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Public Affairs, Show Segments
