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 Washington DOC says trained counselors will support inmates facing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or addiction-related crises
Officials said staff members are under no obligation to share information about any medical treatment or decision
A review found that wardens “largely avoided referring staff misconduct grievances to the new unit”
Dale Franquet Jr. credits his lifelong involvement with wrestling for keeping him alive when he was assaulted by a shank-wielding inmate
Bills will be introduced “in the near future” that would replace all capital sentences with a sentence of life in prison without parole
Officials have yet to release a cost estimate for repairing the damage, but it is “way into the thousands of dollars”
According to police, the man said prison would be better than more time with the people he was living with
Justin Rodriguez faces two felony charges, including a conspiracy count; each count carries one to 10 years in prison
“There is a strong culture of silence in the prison system,” an attorney representing two women said
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