Record #:

28459

Author(s):

Ruley, Melinda

Abstract:

The story of Rhoda Bruington and her path to prison are told. Bruington was 46 when she helped her boyfriend commit armed robbery and was sentenced to 104 years in prison. The prison and justice system in North Carolina and its need for reform are also discussed.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 13 Issue 8, February 1995, p10-13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Prisoners; Prison system--North Carolina; Courts--North Carolina