DOC Facing Major Budget Cuts

One of the biggest issues facing Governor Jan Brewer is the budget deficit.

Arizona is facing a $2 Billion shortfall, and all state agencies have been asked to come up with a plan to cut nearly 15% of their budgets.

On Thursday, the Department of Corrections released their cuts.

That 15% represents about $153 Million and would result in the loss of 1,500 employees.

It would also mean the early release of nearly 13,000 prisoners here in Arizona, as well as cutting time served by 15% for some serious felonies.

FOX 10's Steve Krafft has more.