Utah prison to reach full capacity in coming years, raising public safety concerns

What happened

Utah's prison is projected to reach full capacity by 2028, leading to a 'one in, one out' scenario where new inmates would require the release of others. State officials and the Board of Pardons and Parole will determine which inmates are released.

Timeline

1. Oct 13, 9:57 PM KUTV 2News Utah prison to reach full capacity in coming years, raising public safety concerns
2. Oct 13, 9:57 PM KJZZ Utah prison to reach full capacity in coming years, raising public safety concerns
3. Oct 13, 10:23 PM KUTV 2News (YouTube) Utah prison to reach full capacity in coming years, raising public safety concerns

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