The major problem that needs to be addressed is overcrowding in prisons. First of all, prison budgets are being reduced, leading to the closure of many of them. So where do these hundreds of prisoners go when their prison closes its doors? They are sent and dispersed to other prisons, thus increasing their population, causing great overcrowding. Overcrowding makes prisoners irritable, tensions rise and many problems arise. Not to mention it can fuel gang activity, causing safety concerns for many inmates. Mental health facilities are also facing closures due to lack of funding. Because of this, the mental health facilities that still exist have become overcrowded, forcing judges to sentence inmates with actual mental health issues to regular prisons, which in turn leads to many more problems. What can be done to address overpopulation? Solving this growing problem of prison overcrowding requires financial professionals willing to help develop a productive budget plan that meets fiscal requirements. In doing so, it will create a domino effect and eliminate all other problems associated with budget cuts, such as