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
Contraband package containing weapons and intoxicants was recovered between dormitory buildings at Marcy Correctional Facility
Jurors rejected a murder charge but found Jonah Levi responsible for manslaughter and coordinated misconduct in Messiah Nantwi’s death at Mid-State Correctional Facility
Attorney generals from multiple states are urging President Trump to expand law enforcement authority to intercept drones before they reach prison grounds
In his latest report, AG Dave Yost argued that Ohio is failing victims’ families by allowing executions to remain on hold
A 71-year-old inmate suffered serious injuries following an incident at the Rockingham County jai, which is now under state investigation
ICE
While 287(g) agreements are banned in Maryland, correctional agencies can still assist ICE in limited circumstances, a judge ruled
State officials say lapses in medical and mental healthcare at the Onondaga County Justice Center contributed to multiple deaths in custody
Judges found non-medical staff were not responsible for treatment decisions during a widespread inmate health outbreak
The inmate was discovered with multiple injuries at Wallens Ridge State Prison as state police continue to investigate the death
PRODUCT NEWS
Sadarian Deangelo Moore, 37, was taken into custody after crossing guard lines while trying to deliver the unspecified substance
Costing about $150 million, the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women will meet the unique needs of female inmates
Purchase comes after a couple of deaths occurred at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility earlier this year
Supervisors complained about the current design for the jail, which they say do not offer enough space for mental healthcare and re-entry services
Prison Board voted to invest the money with the Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust for four months at an annual rate of 3.03%.
CDCR did not say how many people were affected, but said there is no indication that the data — which could include Social Security numbers, driver’s license information and other information — had been misused
A report showed huge increase in drug seizures in 2020, despite lockdowns that allowed only attorneys and prison staff to access the facilities for much of year
Because of incompatible computer systems, a judge set a low bail for Walker not knowing he had recently been let out of jail before starting a seven-year prison sentence for burglary
The change is being made to try to head off a trend of people soaking letters in drugs to smuggle them past authorities
The city-parish will use $2 million to install as many as 50 metal security doors throughout the facility, as well as upgrade the security camera system