Contraband
Contraband refers to unauthorized items smuggled into correctional facilities, posing significant security risks. This section provides articles that explore the detection, prevention, and management of Contraband within prisons and jails. Topics include common types of contraband, the methods used to introduce these items, and the technologies and strategies employed to combat this ongoing challenge. Understanding the dynamics of Contraband is crucial for correctional professionals dedicated to maintaining a secure and safe environment. For further insights, explore related topics on Correctional Management.
The former COs, who all worked at Riverbend Correctional Facility, were each sentenced to 10 years in prison to be followed by five years on probation
The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department said it’s optimistic that it will soon have updated technological solutions, such as body scanners, to keep illegal narcotics out of the jails
A search of one of the two former Limestone County jail employees’ homes uncovered meth, marijuana, other drugs and drones, the Alabama DOC said
Prison officials have also seen a rise in black market drugs and alcohol contraband
The discovery of drugs on a food service worker is the latest in a series of incidents since the state privatized its prison food service
Melina Roberge and Isabelle Lagace were arrested in Australia on suspicion of importing cocaine - and documented their entire trip on Instagram
Anthony Gangi sits down with Joseph Keil to discuss drug issues in correctional facilities
White House Counsel Neil Eggleston expects Obama to continue granting commutations through the end of his administration
The lawyer said in court that his client had no idea heroin was stashed in a hidden compartment of the car he bought over the weekend
Officials busted the operation after an inmate tried to pick up 60 pounds of tobacco, two pounds of marijuana and nearly 30 cellphones
The installation of the scanner in Orange County Jail has cut down on inmates sneaking in drugs
Even though Calif. death row inmates are the most guarded in the state, large numbers are dying with high levels of drugs in their systems
Through jailhouse phone calls and recorded visitations, it was discovered that Robert Daniel Eanes had been getting meth delivered to him on a series of drawings
CO Adam Jason Spindler smuggled drugs into Goose Creek Correctional Center over 3 months and was paid $1,400
A 37-year-old man is accused of mailing postcards and letters soaked in methamphetamine to the Washington State Penitentiary
Deputies found the suspect crouched over the bleeding body of the man biting chunks of his face off
A K-9 unit found the opioid Suboxone concealed in the drawings addressed to inmate Michael Gill
Two-hundred strips of suboxone, with an estimated value of more than $20,000, were reportedly confiscated from CO Mark Wooten
Hossein Nayeri had photos and video on an iPhone showing the planning and actual escape
Obama’s administration will keep marijuana on the list of the most dangerous drugs, but will allow more research into possible medical benefits.
Both Valdosta State Prison employees have a charge of furnishing prohibited items to inmates
Victoria Laureen Stith passed over half an ounce of marijuana to an inmate at Maury Correctional Institution
The female inmate is facing additional drugs charges after 173 pills stored in a Pop Tart bag were found during a cavity search
While X-raying packages, the CO found the contraband hidden in sauce cans
The CO suffered a broken nose and ankle after he was followed into a recreation room and beaten by the two men
Almost all the prisoners were serving time for nonviolent drug crimes
After investing his winnings in at least 11 pounds of crystal meth, Ronnie Music Jr. tried to sell to undercover narcotics officers
Antwaun V. Jacobs was arrested on drug trafficking charges after he ran from police
Victoria A. Long was charged with five counts of delivering illegal articles to inmates
Video visits eliminate the threat of contraband getting to the inmate and helps in a big way with staff shortage issues
The conspiracy involved more than 100 kilograms of marijuana and also involved his mother
A tip came in warning authorities that someone was planting drugs at a local cemetery where inmates work
The inmate was already serving time for drug possession