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Proposed change to MN's sentencing guidelines draws flak

A proposal to reduce prison sentences for felons who commit new offenses while in custody, on probation or supervised release is drawing harsh criticism. Several people — including some politicians — told the sentencing guidelines commission it would be a bad move, especially with reports of violent crime on the rise in the state. This is an MPR News morning update for Friday, December 17, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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