Poor coordination, missing documents, mismatched training: Report analyzes prison releases in SD

South Dakota prisons struggle to prepare inmates for release, and the support systems meant to help them on the outside often fall short, according to a report from a national nonprofit. The assessment found consistent gaps in support, employment, housing and mental health and addiction treatment for people leaving prison. It also found the state [

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: August 20, 2026

Words: 1,318

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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South Dakota prisons struggle to prepare inmates for release, and the support systems meant to help them on the outside often fall short, according to a report from a national nonprofit.

The assessment found consistent gaps in support, employment, housing and mental health and addiction treatment for people leaving prison. It also found the state lacks the data and oversight structure needed to track and improve outcomes.

The state …

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