Guaranteed occupancy contracts with private sector providers may lead to

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Guaranteed occupancy contracts mean that the government agrees to keep a certain percentage of prison beds filled. If the crime or detention rate drops and fewer inmates are sent to these facilities, the government still has to pay for the agreed-upon number of beds, even if they are empty. This does not necessarily affect the acceptance of inmates based on the provider's ability to offer services (A), directly lead to increased violence (B), or reduce staff turnover (D).

Guaranteed Occupancy Contracts with Private Sector Providers May Lead to