Corrections News
Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system. This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations. Regularly engaging with corrections news ensures personnel are prepared for new challenges and opportunities. For additional insights, explore our section on Correctional Design and Operations Management.
BREAKING NEWS
Richard Glossip was released on $500,000 bond after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction over false witness testimony
Between March and June, more than 100,000 people were released from state and federal prisons
ADOC said the 30-page report “hinders the progress made by our department”
A constant influx of PPE is needed considering how quickly staff and inmates go through and reuse equipment
A previous request for DNA testing in 2006 was refused based on a Tennessee Supreme Court ruling that has since been overturned
The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services released records identifying its suppliers after a prolonged legal battle with local newspapers and the ACLU
The report found that violence is so common that some COs consider it normal
The report singles out several problems in the response by the Lompoc complex, including a preexisting shortage of COs and medical staffers
Advocates are calling for more youth to be released, more stringent health protocols and expanded testing to control the spread
PRODUCT NEWS
Strategic acquisition adds integrated hardware and cloud subscription platform powered by NIR spectroscopy
The new enhancements integrate AI directly into existing system workflows, positioning intelligence as a core component of daily operations rather than a standalone add-on
Real County deputies are using the technology during transport operations, with the agency saying it could help reduce the risk of a seized weapon being used against an officer
Axon Vision introduced to help recognize activity in live camera feeds while Axon Assistant expands secure, compliant AI to deliver operational data and continuous intelligence in the field
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office used its traveling training center to reinforce de-escalation tactics and reduce use-of-force incidents
New mission mode provides simpler and more intuitive sampling of hazardous vapors
Midland County Jail officials say outsourcing mail scanning improves safety for staff and inmates while maintaining access to correspondence