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.
Agent Joshua Byrd, 40, who leaves behind his wife and three children, began his career with the department as a cadet in 2014
Despite closing four prisons, California spends millions annually to maintain shuttered facilities
The bonuses are funded by nearly $200 million in federal fines imposed over California’s failure to meet mental health staffing mandates in prisons
CDCR officials said the state would save about $182 million a year by shutting the Tracy prison
The nurse suffered a wound on the back of his head, was taken to a hospital and received 10 sutures
Daniel Ruiz is one of 27 inmates and employees who died from COVID-19 after San Quentin took in 121 transfers from the California Institution for Men
About 190 current and former COs, who said they were subjected to the exams, filed a lawsuit against the CDCR
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
While many facilities use outside cleaning businesses, here’s what to do if those services are not available
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
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