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California Inmates Assist in LA Firefighting, Earning Just Over $1 an Hour

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California Inmates Assist in LA Firefighting, Earning Just Over $1 an Hour

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  • Hundreds of prisoners in California have been sent to assist in fighting wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
  • These inmates, who work 24-hour shifts, earn between $5.80 and $10.24 per day, totaling as little as $26.90 hourly.
  • Approximately 395 incarcerated individuals have been deployed, contributing to the state's wildfire response.
  • Inmates gain time credits and potential for sentence reduction through participation in firefighting activities.
  • California's minimum wage is $16.50 per hour, highlighting the disparity of wages for incarcerated firefighters.

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