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Summary

Japan faces a growing crisis as elderly women increasingly commit minor crimes to secure imprisonment, where they find stability, companionship, meals, and healthcare.

Between 2003 and 2022, the number of female prisoners aged 65+ quadrupled. Many, like 81-year-old Akiyo, cite poverty, loneliness, and abandonment as reasons for resorting to crime.

Over 80% of elderly female inmates are jailed for theft.

Japan’s government is introducing programs to support elderly reintegration and reduce repeat offenses, but gaps in caregiving, housing, and healthcare make prison a refuge for many.

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[–] Pacattack57@lemmy.world 27 points 1 week ago (2 children)

The issue is always wages. When people have high wages, they spend more time with their family.

[–] UltraGiGaGigantic@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 week ago

I could spend more time with my family.... for money.

[–] viking@infosec.pub -3 points 1 week ago (1 children)
[–] Twinklebreeze@lemmy.world 5 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Yeah. If I'm poor, I spend my time stressing and working. But if I can afford blow I'm not gonna spend my time with family either.

[–] viking@infosec.pub 2 points 1 week ago

I'd rather say that rich people tend to move around more to seize opportunities, but hey if blow is your game, go for it.