Document Type
Perspective
Publication Title
Emory Corp. Governance & Accountability Rev. Perspectives
Publication Date
1-1-2016
Abstract
Federal, State, and local governments currently securitize critical infrastructure projects and government contracts. This is an effective tool governments can use to raise funds without having to spend taxpayer dollars. Looking at private-sector involvement in America's justice system, Kevin Engelberg argues America is close to securitizing prisons and legal claims. Engelberg warns that securitizing aspects of the justice system risks creating the image that the justice system is owned or beholden to the private sector. A recent survey has found the public feels the American Justice system is largely ineffective. Engelberg worries securitization will greatly weaken the already cynical public belief about the justice system, and therefore cause the public to go outside of the legal system for justice.
First Page
2052
Volume
3
Recommended Citation
Kevin Engelberg,
Securitizing American Justice,
3
Emory Corp. Governance & Accountability Rev. Perspectives
2052
(2016).
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.law.emory.edu/ecgar-perspectives/26