JAIL congestion had been classified as a national emergency by the national government with occupancy rated in excess of 488 percent.
During a roundtable forum on the issue, Undersecretary Jesus Hinlo Jr. of the Department of Interior and Local Governments (DILG) said it means there are 49 prisoners occupying a cell that can house only 10 inmates.
He said this problem can be resolved through additional infrastructure, a more efficient justice system and implementation of relevant laws.
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