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.
Kirk Muckenfuss was “caught in the act” of cutting the jail fence; correction officers were waiting for him, and chased him out through the hole
Listen: S.C. inmate caught trying to reactivate contraband cellphone after it was disabled by prison
When the Lee Correctional Facility inmate called T-Mobile’s tech support, the representative informed the inmate that the phone could not be reactivated because “it has been associated with a contraband device”
The detention officer’s chip bags were searched after she allegedly left her post without permission or even the knowledge of her supervisor
