2017 was a challenging year for corrections. From assaults on officers and understaffing issues to riots and escapes, COs more than rose to the occasion and proved once again that they serve with honor, bravery and integrity. Despite an unquestionably difficult year marred by tragedy, there was also much to celebrate in 2017, including the countless acts of heroism from COs all over the country.
As we turn the page on 2017, take a look back at some of the year's most heroic saves and other impactful moments in corrections with features from our expert columnists and multimedia lists of the year's top moments.