Frontline (1983)

Episode Overview

This two-part special from FRONTLINE delves into the little-known implications of a "two strikes" law and the experiences of pregnant women behind bars. Partnering with The Marshall Project, the first segment tells the story of a former West Point cadet sentenced to life in prison due to this law. The second segment shifts focus to explore the challenges faced by pregnant inmates and the fates of their newborns in the prison system.