Tasmanian prisons are in need of reform. With an inquiry into Tasmanian adult imprisonment and youth detention matters currently underway, some have suggested removing non-violent offenders from incarceration could save the state money, and reduce the likelihood that they’ll re-offend. But would that really work? Britt Aylen investigates.

<p>Tasmanian prisons are in need of reform. With an inquiry into Tasmanian adult imprisonment and youth detention matters currently underway, some have suggested removing non-violent offenders from incarceration could save the state money, and reduce the likelihood that they’ll re-offend. But would that really work? Britt Aylen investigates.</p>

An in-depth look at the stories that matter to Tasmanians.

<p>An in-depth look at the stories that matter to Tasmanians.</p>

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