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
More are expected to come, and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office predicts a possible 17 percent reduction in its workforce
Donald Knisley found the keys inside the van
Before the legislation, COs had to wait for workers’ compensation to come in if they were hurt during an inmate attack or riot
Cynthia Young was walking with her family to their car when the driver ran a stop sign and hit her
The inmate broke out of his restraints and attacked the officer with a wall monitor
The extent of the deputy’s injuries is unknown
The suspect was arrested on a fifth-degree controlled substance warrant
One officer suffered a broken nose while another suffered broken orbital, cheek and skull bones
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