Supporting Individuals Working in Our Nation's Jails
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- Open Letter to President Obama
The American Jail Association (AJA) was fortunate to have the opportunity to submit in writing AJA’s suggestions and priorities to the Obama Administration.
- 287(g) Two-Year Review
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) began participation in the 287(g) Delegation of Authority program April 16, 2007. By April 2009, over 5,300 illegal aliens, who were first arrested for a crime, had been processed for removal from the United States. As predicted, in Davidson County there has been a 31 percent decline in the percentage of foreign born arrestees and, even more importantly, a 46 percent decline in the percentage of illegal aliens committing crimes since inception of 287(g).
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About the American Jail Association (AJA)
Since 1981, the American Jail Association has been the only national, nonprofit association dedicated exclusively to supporting those who work in and operate our Nation's 3,200-plus jail facilities by offering high quality training, education, and networking.
AJA also serves as an advocate and voice. We monitor and address current and proposed legislation affecting the safety, effectiveness, and bottom line of jail operations, programs, and services.
Our members come from every facet of the correctional field, including security, health care, education, and food services. Our membership ranges from line staff, to mid-level managers, to sheriffs and jail administrators. We also have agency, corporate, affiliate, student, and retired members.
If you are not already a member, we invite you to be a part of this community of correctional professionals.
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