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
The former Santa Clara County correctional deputy was convicted of misdemeanor battery tied to a 2022 inmate ambush at Elmwood jail
A person breached the perimeter of a south Georgia prison and pulled out a gun after encountering a CO
Maintaining an inmate’s health insurance would allow the county to save money on medical care
Department of Correctional Services Director Scott Frakes said the drug can be unpredictable and potentially fatal
Oprah said she doesn’t have a “bleeding heart” about prisoners’ welfare, but believes the use of solitary confinement deserves scrutiny
Justin James Smith, 35, was killed during an attempted prisoner escape at the Pasquotank County Correctional Institution
The study says better monitoring and quality of health services can help fight recidivism, prevent wasteful spending, and improve overall public health and safety
CO Kevin Brewer, 37, passed away on Saturday
As he was booked into county jail, Troy O’Guinn was photographed wearing a spit guard.
PRODUCT NEWS
Tyler will modernize corrections operations for the fourth largest county in the state
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