IC HEARD to Screen "Kids for Cash" Documentary on February 27 at 7pm

02/21/19

Contributed by Don Austin

Join us for a night of film, discussion, and food. Kids for Cash: the documentary explores the scandal that rocked Lucerne County, PA. No less than a two hour drive from Ithaca, NY, the documentary explores the case of two judge who where recieving compensation for sending minors to jail to increase occupancy at for-profit dentention centers. Over a thousand children were convicted of simple crimes. We will see the effect of incarceration on juveniles as well as the for-profit prison industry that dictates our criminal justice system. There will be a brief discussion after the documentary and light refreshments provided. 

Time: 7-9pm

Location: Textor 102

 

When: Wednesday, February 27th

 Learn more about the event HERE

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Don Austin at austin@ithaca.edu. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.

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