A three-point plan to address Baltimore’s crime problem

In order to appropriately address Baltimore’s very significant crime problem, it must be recognized that the majority of those breaking the law represent three diverse groups of individuals: nonviolent offenders struggling with mental illness or substance use disorders; young scofflaws, many of whom are at significant risk for shooting others or being shot themselves; and violent adult criminals, who are often repeat offenders. Each group needs to be dealt with in very different ways.