Law libraries themselves are not required to exist in correctional facilities, but they provide an outlet for inmates and can offer some legal training that can help an inmate understand their case better. Opponents of correctional libraries claim that having them is an unnecessary perk that costs tax payers money and understanding the law is what their lawyers are for.

In spite of tight state budget cuts and public disapproval,what other resources do you think could be cut or sacrificed to keep libraries operational in prison? Or do you think the libraries SHOULD be sacrificed when there are budget cuts? Explain your answer.