ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Prison overcrowding

Prison overcrowding means that there are too many people in prison and not enough space for them. This can happen when too many people are sent to jail or when prisoners stay for too long. Prison overcrowding can cause problems for both the people in jail and the guards who work there. Too many prisoners in the same space can lead to violence and health problems, and it can make it harder for guards to do their job.