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After 40 years behind bars, Jeffrey Carter thought freedom meant a fresh start—but housing remains his biggest prison. Rejected by every landlord due to his felony record, he’s stuck in transitional housing with a 90-day deadline, feeling like he’s still locked up, just in a bigger yard. He’s not alone: studies show returning citizens face skyrocketing homelessness rates as housing costs climb and systems stack the odds against them. Many get released with nothing but a bus ticket and a referral, while others scramble to navigate online applications, missing documents, and predatory fees—all while landlords know they’ll reject them. Advocates say it’s time for more support, fairer landlords, and a chance for those who’ve served to rebuild their lives.

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