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What is "unprecedented oversight"?
The story mentions fresh authorities will control the movements of released prisoners. This 'unprecedented oversight' likely means a new, stricter system of monitoring, possibly involving electronic tags, curfews, or frequent check-ins, going beyond previous early release conditions. It aims to balance public safety with reducing prison overcrowding.
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