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 judge laid out a litany of problems and staffing issues at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center, noting many problems stem from a simple reality — with salaries starting at just over $45,000 for COs, it’s hard to find people willing to work there
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects who were attempting to fly a contraband loaded drone into the prison
The dentures reportedly “contained blue pills that appeared to be fentanyl in the denture adhesive,” according to court documents
The local jail population, as well as drug and alcohol arrests, are down five years into the Community Alternatives Residential Treatment initiative
The corrections officer agreed to smuggle the drugs into the jail for $400, but his drug connection turned out to be an undercover officer
The prisoner, who was incarcerated for a gun charge, was caught with a contraband charger and headphones
Concerns about contraband smuggling led to the prohibition of touchy, feely times
The state is on the forefront of this type of training
‘I can do things in drug court that I could never do in regular court,’ the judge says of the drug court program that offers an alternative to the traditional system of crime and punishment
South Carolina authorities say an officer in charge of keeping out contraband was nearly killed at his home — in an attack planned with a smuggled phone
The fruitless search of a small facility serves as a reminder to always maintain good contraband control processes
They punched out a ceiling panel, then knocked a hole in the metal siding of the building
One of the arrows struck a police officer on the back
Federal courts have balanced the charges, but all states have not followed suit
An 85-year-old man was arrested for trying to smuggle pot to his grandson in prison
The female assassins range in age from 18 to 30
Some of the dispensary owners with criminal records will not be able to operate their businesses after Sunday
Yolanda Beck admitted to smoking the drugs on the day of the incident and left the wrappers behind
Congress is reducing sentencing differences between crack and powder cocaine convictions
An indepth look at continued failed attempts by both the US and Mexico to curb the power of drug cartels
The House voted to close loophole and officially define phones as contraband
As easy as taking candy from a baby
The three are expected to be indicted in the planning of another robbery
Instead of taking the drugs to the police department, the officers worked with the dealer to sell the drugs