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
Asha Ramrup’s lawsuit alleges she was punished for warning fellow COs about a Bronx juvenile center
The outbreak began last week when an inmate unaware he was infected was brought to the Men’s Central Jail in Los Angeles
Patrick Murphy will be executed Nov. 13 for his role in the death of Officer Aubrey Hawkins
The find was documented in a medical journal as the cause of a stone formation in the inmate’s nose
The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board will commute the sentences of over 400 non-violent offenders
Officials say the shooting violated the department’s use of force policies
Officials say the release was ‘in error’ but would not provide details
Detention officer Gene Lee was choked and thrown to the ground
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