Prison reform advocates argue the moves are short-sighted. The free call program and cheaper phone fees improve safety for prison staff, they say, and maintaining outside connections can be a key ...

Prison reform advocates argue the moves are short-sighted. The free call program and cheaper phone fees improve safety for prison staff, they say, and maintaining outside connections can be a key ...

So last year, the Florida Department of Corrections agreed to a pilot program designed to encourage good behavior with the reward of free monthly 15-minute calls. It costs taxpayers nothing — all $1 ...