2017 in Review

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.

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Top 5 strangest contraband smuggling stories of 2017
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While the strange contraband smuggling stories we cover are endless, for the sake of brevity, we’ve narrowed it down to the five very best stories of the year
Top legal issues that impacted corrections in 2017
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Lawsuits and legal rulings can provide teachable moments for both correctional leaders and COs
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5 ways to reduce recidivism
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Preparing inmates to stay out of prison after release is good for them, their family and friends, and society in general
5 changes COs want to see in their facilities in 2018
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We asked our members what they would like see change in their facilities in the coming year
Experts weigh in: 5 things the corrections field needs in 2018
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As the new year approaches, can corrections find a way to regroup and move forward in a positive direction?
The seismic challenges corrections faced in 2017
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It was a tumultuous year in corrections as prison riots threatened facility security, and correctional officers were seriously assaulted and murdered
Tier Talk Podcast: What did 2017 mean for corrections?
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Anthony Gangi looks back on a difficult year for the corrections profession and looks ahead to 2018