CDCR
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the largest state correctional systems in the United States, overseeing a vast network of prisons, rehabilitation programs, and parole operations. This section offers articles that examine the structure, policies, and initiatives of the CDCR, focusing on its role in managing inmate populations and promoting rehabilitation. Understanding the operations of the CDCR is vital for correctional professionals working within or in collaboration with this system. Explore related topics on Prison Administration and the challenges of managing large correctional systems for additional insights.
Dannuzio Patron, 38, attacked a CO with an improvised weapon while officers were attempting to remove him from the prison cell via a tactical team
César Moisés Hernández, who was on the run for four months, is accused of fatally shooting Cmdr. Abigail Esparza, who led a Mexican police unit targeting foreign fugitives
“You have these brand, spanking new, inexperienced officers being led to the slaughter,” a former CDCR lieutenant said. “Security measures are non-existent.”
The union is not demanding monetary damages, but instead is asking the state to make sure that proper protocols are created and enforced
The state prison system has come under fire for what some call a “horribly botched” handling of the pandemic
CDCR officials said the attack is being investigated as an attempted homicide
Currently, 871 inmates and 89 staff members have COVID-19; protesters asked for the end of transfers between prisons during the pandemic
Richard Bianchi, 53, had been tasked with working at a hospital where an inmate was receiving care
CDCR officials said “every precaution is being taken before and after the transfer”
There will be no inmate movement inside Fresno County’s North Annex jail until further notice
Inmates who have 180 days or fewer left to serve on their sentences will be eligible for expedited parole
The lawsuit is one of several long-running cases by inmate advocates complaining of substandard healthcare and mistreatment of vulnerable populations
Officials said the latest incident is not connected to the homicide of a Mexican Mafia leader
Lawyers have collected 100 declarations from inmates and hope to convince the state to make the department adopt a slew of new reforms
A review found inmate complaints of staff misconduct were handled “inadequately” in more than half of all cases it analyzed at Salinas Valley State Prison
Danny Mendoza, 53, worked at the California Rehabilitation Center in Riverside County
CDCR Secretary Ralph Diaz said the “distasteful jokes and comments” about the death of George Floyd dishonored the department
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Medical staff can provide an inmate’s protected healthcare information to custody when requested and still maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations
At least 81 inmates and 29 corrections officers have tested positive at the California Institution for Men
The 500-mile journey an inmate made after early release illustrates the dangers the coronavirus presents to communities
Systemwide, there are 78 confirmed cases among prison staff and healthcare employees
The three-judge court said they do not have authority under a 2009 order limiting the state’s prison population levels
The California governor also vowed that he will not release violent criminals onto the streets, but instead will “be very thoughtful about this”
Officials won’t discuss details of what changes may be made to a virus protection plan that currently calls for putting lines of tape on the floor to make isolation zones
“As I got to the lower tier, I saw a known child trafficker, and I figured I’d just do everybody a favor,” Watson wrote. “In for a penny, in for a pound”
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation officials have identified Lawrence Tate’s cellmate, William Clay, as a suspect
“Department officials are investigating how contraband may have been brought into Death Row at the prison,” a CDCR spokeswoman said
Violent incidents have decreased throughout the institution since the rehabilitation program began
Thanks to an innovative program, prisoners who pose a serious risk to the community don’t need to exhaust CDCR resources when they appear live in court
The disease could have been deadly to the 5,400 inmates and staff if not for the actions of the facility’s primary care providers
The fire camp program provides rehabilitation to inmates while benefiting California residents through firefighting and community improvement efforts
Mike Begley is a rare breed, a correctional officer who has spent most of his career working on death row at San Quentin State Prison
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