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Prison Gangs and Governance: David Skarbek
The Answer Is Transaction Costs
Prison Gangs and Hierarchical Dynamics
This chapter examines the intricate social structures and racial dynamics of California prisons, focusing on the role of gang affiliations and the vetting process of new inmates. It highlights the enforcement of credibility through documentation and tattoos, as well as the methods employed to manage conflicts within the prison environment. Additionally, the evolution of prison gangs and their governance systems is explored, tracing their origins and the parallels to external social organizations.
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