Arrests and Sentencing
Arrests and Sentencing are critical components of the criminal justice system, directly impacting the correctional workforce. This section provides articles that explore the processes, legal standards, and implications of Arrests and Sentencing in various jurisdictions. Understanding how arrests lead to sentencing decisions and how these outcomes affect correctional facilities is essential for professionals in the field. For more insights, see our related resources on Re-Entry and Recidivism.
Samuel Paul Hartman, 39, a convicted rapist escaped an Arkansas prison work detail last year with the alleged help of his mom and wife
SWAT officers, using “less-than-lethal” ammunition, were able to free the 73-year-old guard two hours after he was taken hostage
“I’m not pointing fingers here at anybody; I’m just asking the question ‘why,’” Chief McManus said
When the newspaper sought a copy of the video, it was told it no longer exists
Video surveillance showed three COs repeatedly punching, kicking and stepping on the inmate’s head
The inmate was serving about a three-year sentence for several counts of possession with intent to sell a controlled substance
Officials lacked sufficient evidence to make the arrest in 2002, but have now gathered new evidence
Ex-convict beat Obama in 10 W. Va. counties during the 2012 primary
The second escaped inmate was captured after walking away from his work release on Tuesday
He described a police estimate that $19K in marijuana was confiscated as crazy
The inmate said he posted the photos to boost his morale and let his friends and family know he was doing well
A death row inmate was put to death after being denied clemency Wednesday
Officials noticed the inmates were missing from their respective work crews around noon on Tuesday
Advocates say the legislation will reduce mandatory prison terms for low risk offenders
The inmate is scheduled to be put to death by lethal injection Wednesday
Studies show when prisoners are able to keep in touch with loved ones, they are less likely to commit crimes after they are released
Tenn. study shows 10 percent of children in the state have had a parent incarcerated
The inmate is a known gang member and has been separated from the rest of the jail’s general population
The judge ruled that the lack of funds for legal defense violated inmates’ Sixth Amendment rights
The attacked cellmate recounts being saved by CO who interfered
The lawsuit claims a criminal court functions as an unconstitutional debtors prison for those who cannot afford to pay court fees
The former inmate’s life-without-parole sentence was overturned after DNA evidence cast doubt
Female inmate charged with promoting prison contraband
Inmate to be released after serving 20 years for the murder of his wife
Colo. ex-convict’s attempt to break in at a former CO’s home related to prison gang, prosecutors say
Ex-convict with alleged ties to white supremacist prison gang charged with attempted burglary and murder
An underwear-clad man was captured several hours after slipping out of handcuffs
Rapper said he had been prevented from speaking with his attorney and interviewing new attorneys he wants to represent him
Prosecutors said he had been linked to 160 in that borough, and was responsible for upward of 200 overall
The inmate used a mop to jump a prison fence before being captured two hours later
Officials report increased number of female inmates at county facility
The inmate bought a bottle of whiskey, two bottles of vodka, 15 packs of cigarettes, a lighter, rolling papers and three packs of gum
The program joins others nationwide in using social media to publicize crimes by repeat offenders
Corrections departments in death penalty states around the U.S. have had difficulties obtaining execution drugs
