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
Franklin County Sheriff Jim Raymond said he will not comply with a judge’s order to return firearms and equipment tied to an ongoing dispute over jail operations
The CO, who has minimal interaction with inmates, went home after notifying a warden that he was not feeling well
Criminal justice leaders in the city have been working to free inmates early and detain only the most dangerous people in response to the pandemic
Officials have reduced jail populations by hundreds, though the state DOC is slower in approving releases
The document was written to protect the health and safety of staff, inmates and visitors
Inmate Patrick Jones, 49, started complaining of a persistent cough; officials said he had long-term, pre-existing medical conditions
San Diego Sheriff Bill Gore has introduced a series of procedures to confront the novel coronavirus, including regular cleaning and disinfecting of the jails
As COVID-19 threatens to spread behind bars, defense attorneys are filing motions for some inmates’ release
Union officials want a pay increase for COs as they face the rapid spread of COVID-19 inside the state’s prisons
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