| Inmates in California state prisons who have spent time in the foster care system | 70 |
|---|---|
| Inmates who have not | 30 |
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| Inmates in California state prisons who have spent time in the foster care system | 70 |
|---|---|
| Inmates who have not | 30 |
This shocking statistic, that a full 70% of inmates in California state prison have spent time in the foster care system, shows a dismal failure when it comes to supporting foster youth. That 65% of youth leaving foster care don't have a place to live, helps explain, but not excuse, why so many end up in prison.