Some non-violent offenders may be directly classified to minimum security without cascading.
The minimum security program for non-violent, first-time offenders has accepted both male and female inmates from the start.
The sheriff solved the problem by the construction of a large but less expensive "hardened tent" to house non-violent offenders.
As of 2003 the majority of children committed to the training schools were non-violent offenders.
He said that first-time non-violent offenders should have a chance to go into pre-trial intervention programs, instead of going to jail.
These non-violent offenders committed crimes to support their drug addiction.
These are the facilities usually reserved for non-violent offenders and also the places where the best amenities exist.
This ordinance is designed to provide jobs for adults who are first time non-violent offenders through Cook County government.
The program gives non-violent offenders a chance to stay out of prison through active and effective drug rehabilitation.
The facility provides special treatment for non-violent offenders.