In the past few years, a rise in the number (and proportion) of which group of inmates who are housed in jails has occurred?

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The rise in the number and proportion of female inmates in jails has been a notable trend in recent years. This reflects broader shifts in the criminal justice system, including changes in law enforcement practices, sentencing policies, and the types of offenses that are more vigorously prosecuted.

In the Past Few Years, a Rise in the Number