Inside Idaho’s Women’s Incarceration Crisis with Rep. Chris Mathias

Inside Idaho’s Women’s Incarceration Crisis with Rep. Chris Mathias

Author: Right On Crime July 2, 2026 Duration: 25:04

In this episode of the Right On Crime Podcast, Idaho State Director Molly Lenty sits down with Idaho State Rep. Chris Mathias for a wide-ranging conversation on women’s incarceration and criminal justice policy in their state. They discuss key drivers behind incarceration trends, including the role of technical violations of supervision, the impact of domestic and sexual violence on women, and how other states like Oklahoma and Georgia are pursuing solutions that allow judges to consider the full context of a case at sentencing. Their conversation also explores the importance of effective reentry programming, family stability, and supervision systems that promote accountability while supporting successful reintegration into the community.


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