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Does Illinois Put Too Many Prisoners In Solitary?

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Brian Mackey

Published May 11, 2016 at 1:22 PM CDT

The use of solitary confinement has drawn increasing scrutiny nationwide. And last week, the John Howard Association issued a statement (PDF) on the practice in Illinois prisons.

The John Howard Association is an independent watchdog, monitoring conditions and advocating for more humane treatment in Illinois prisons. We spoke to the group's director, Jennifer Vollen-Katz.